NZ786404A

NZ786404A - Compact Muscle Stimulator

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Publication number: NZ786404A
Application number: NZ786404A
Authority: NZ
Inventors: Alexey Pisarev; Vladimir Pisarev
Original assignee: Therabody Inc
Filing date: 2017-03-22
Publication date: 2022-03-25

Abstract

Systems, methods, and devices are provided herein providing electrical muscle stimulation (EMS). In some instances, an EMS device may be provided. The EMS device may be compact, light, and unobtrusive such that it can be used by a person going about his or her daily activities. In some instances, the EMS device may comprise additional sensors for increased functionality and may be capable of interacting with additional devices or platforms to provide a full-fledged EMS device capability.

Description

COMPACT MUSCLE STIMULATOR CROSS-REFERENCE The t application claims priority to US. Provisional Patent Application No. 62/311,811, ﬁled on March 22, 2016, and US. Provisional Patent ation No. 62/366,299, ﬁled on July 25, 2016, each of which is entirely incorporated herein by reference.

BACKGROUND Electrical stimulation devices have a wide range of real world applications including uses in treatment, therapy, relaxation, , athletic performance enhancement, entertainment, and the like. For example, electrodes may be attached to a user and the electrical stimulation device may transmit impulses to the user to stimulate and engage muscle(s) of the user, e.g., as during a workout. While offering a ity of beneﬁts, use of the electrical stimulation s have been limited, for e, due to unwieldiness, difﬁculty of operation, and/or limited functionalities.

The present disclosure es full-ﬂedged electrical stimulation devices, systems and methods that can be used by various users, including users not having expertise to operate such s and systems.

Presently, electric stimulation s, also referred to herein as electrical stimulation devices and/or electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) s, may utilize a main body (e.g., where electrical impulses are generated) and a plurality of electrodes coupled to the main body. In some instances, EMS devices with full functionality able to perform various stimulation sessions (e.g., simultaneously or in sequence) may comprise a main body that is bulky or unwieldy and not be suited for everyday use. Portable EMS devices may still lack a main body that is suited for integration into everyday use. For example, the portable EMS device may have a main body with various controls meant to be handled and adjusted by the user. Alternatively or in on, the portable EMS device may lack ability to perform a wide variety of stimulation sessions simultaneously or in sequence and may be limited in its functionality and/or application.

Accordingly, recognized herein is the need for full-ﬂedged EMS device that can be integrated into ay use. An EMS device with a sleek proﬁle may be provided. The EMS device may be portable. The EMS device may be attached to the user for extended periods of time and may be small in its proﬁle such that it may be worn under clothes, e.g., to allow multitasking or for everyday use. The EMS device may additionally comprise various sensors on or within the device. In some ces, the EMS device may be provided with inter-device connectivity such that a plurality of the EMS s can provide ation sessions that are varied or expansive in scope. The EMS device may additionally utilize a platform for ng or recording stimulation sessions.

Thus, in one aspect, an electric stimulation device for stimulating a user may be provided. The device comprises: a central body comprising: a sensor conﬁgured to sense one or more signals from the user, a processing unit conﬁgured to (i) execute a stimulation program, and (ii) use the sensor to detect the one or more signals from the user, and a pulse generator operatively coupled to the processing unit, wherein the pulse generator is conﬁgured to generate electrical impulses in se to the stimulation m, and one or more pads in electrical communication with the pulse generator in the central body, n the one or more pads are conﬁgured for attachment to the user, and wherein the one or more pads are conﬁgured to it the electrical pulses to stimulate the user in accordance with the stimulation program.

In some embodiments, the processing unit of the l body is further conﬁgured to analyze the sensed signals. In some embodiments, the analysis relates to a gait or hand grip analysis. Optionally, the processing unit of the central body is conﬁgured to stimulate the user and analyze the sensed signals simultaneously or sequentially.

In some embodiments, the signals sensed by the sensor system are omyography (MIVIG) readings. Optionally, the sensor system comprises an accelerometer or a gyroscope. In some ments, the MIVIG gs are further utilized in detection of muscle performance parameters. In some embodiments, the MMG readings are further utilized in detecting a level of muscle fatigue.

In some embodiments, the device is conﬁgured to be removably ed to a base unit.

In some embodiments, the base unit comprises different types of base units conﬁgured for attachment to different targets. Optionally, the different s comprise a knee, thigh, or forearm of the user. In some embodiments, the base unit comprises one or more straps. In some embodiments, the base unit comprises adhesives.

In some embodiments, the sing unit of the central body is conﬁgured to execute a plurality of different stimulation programs. Optionally, the plurality of different stimulation programs are user conﬁgurable. In some embodiments, the plurality of different stimulation program differs in at least one of a stimulation frequency, pulse width, duty cycle parameters, ramp up and down values, burst pulse parameters, waveform shape, or hase interval. In some embodiments, the plurality of different stimulation programs comprise a drop foot _ 2 _ assistance program, rehabilitation program, recovery program, relaxation program, or improved performance program.

In some embodiments, the central body has a maximum dimension equal to or less than cm. In some embodiments, the central body has a weight equal to or less than 30 gr.

In some embodiments, the device is conﬁgured to be in communication with a mobile device. In some embodiments, the stimulation program is uploaded from the mobile device. In some embodiments, the central body interfaces with the one or more pads via wired connection.

In some embodiments, the device may be provided in a kit for stimulating a user. The kit may comprise: any one of the devices bed herein, and instructions for appropriately placing the device on the user. In some embodiments, the instructions comprise a plurality of different appropriate placements of the device depending on a user’s needs. In some embodiments, the plurality of different appropriate placements comprise placement of the device on a knee, thigh, or forearm of the user.

In some embodiments, the device may be provided in a kit for stimulating a user. The kit may comprise any one of the devices described herein, and ctions for selecting a stimulation program and appropriately placing the device in correspondence with the stimulation program. In some ments, the stimulation program is a drop foot assistance program and the riate placement of the device is on or near a peroneal nerve or calf muscle of the user.

In some embodiments, the stimulation program is a thigh rehab program and the riate placement of the device is on a quad or ing muscle of the user. In some embodiments, the stimulation program is a hand rehab program and the appropriate placement of the device is on a forearm of the user.

In another aspect, a system for stimulating a user is provided. The system ses: a mobile device, at which the user selects a stimulation program, a central body, at which the ation program is received, the l body comprising: a sensor conﬁgured to sense one or more s from the user, a processing unit conﬁgured to (i) e the stimulation program, and (ii) use the sensor to detect the one or more signals from the user, and a pulse tor operatively coupled to the processing unit, wherein the pulse generator is red to generate electrical impulses in response to the stimulation program, and one or more pads in electrical ication with the pulse generator in the central body, wherein the one or more pads are conﬁgured for attachment to the user, and wherein the one or more pads are conﬁgured to use the electrical pulses to stimulate the user in accordance with the stimulation program.

In another aspect, a method for stimulating a user is provided. The method comprises: receiving, at a central body, a stimulation program from a mobile device, wherein the central _ 3 _ body ses a sensor system red to sense signals; executing, at a processing unit of the central body; the stimulation program; generating; at a pulse generator operatively coupled to the sing unit; electrical impulses in response to the stimulation program; and transmitting; at one or more pads l) conﬁgured to be ed to the user; and 2) in communication with the central body; the ical pulses to stimulate the user in accordance with the stimulation program.

In another aspect; an electric stimulation deVice for stimulating a user is provided. The deVice comprises: a l body comprising: a processing unit conﬁgured to execute a stimulation m; and a pulse generator ively coupled to the processing unit; wherein the pulse generator is conﬁgured to generate electrical impulses in response to the stimulation program; wherein the central body is conﬁgured to l) ast a command over a communication channel; and 2) communicate with one or more other bodies substantially r to the central body; the one or more other bodies conﬁgured to receive the broadcast command over the communication channel and generate electrical impulses in response; and one or more pads in communication with the central body or the one or more other bodies; wherein the one or more pads are conﬁgured to be attached to the user and transmit the electrical pulses to stimulate the user in accordance with the stimulation program.

In some embodiments; each of the one or more other bodies are substantially similar in shape or size to the central body. Alternatively or in addition; the each of the one or more other bodies comprise internal electrical components substantially similar to that of the l body.

In some embodiments; the central body is conﬁgured to broadcast the command over the communication channel as a result of executing the stimulation program.

In some embodiments; the deVice is conﬁgured to be in ication with a mobile deVice. In some embodiments; the one or more other sing bodies are not in direct communication with the mobile deVice. In some embodiments; the stimulation program is ed from the mobile deVice.

In some embodiments; the central body is conﬁgured to be placed on a ﬁrst on on the user and wherein the one or more other processing bodies are conﬁgured to be placed on different locations on the user. Optionally; the communication channel utilizes a radio-frequency (RF) protocol. The RF protocol may be an ANT+ protocol; Gazell protocol; or Bluetooth Low Energy protocol.

In some embodiments; the one or more other bodies comprise two or more bodies. In some embodiments; a subset of the two or more bodies are utilized in a single stimulation program. _ 4 _ In some embodiments, the central body is conﬁgured to execute a ity of simulation programs simultaneously. In some embodiments, different subsets of the one or more other bodies execute different stimulation programs simultaneously.

In some ments, the central body is conﬁgured to be removably ed to a base unit. In some embodiments, the base unit ses different types of base units conﬁgured for ment to different targets. In some embodiments, the different targets comprise a knee, thigh, or forearm of the user. In some embodiments, the base unit comprises one or more straps.

In some embodiments, the base unit comprises adhesives.

In some embodiments, the processing unit is conﬁgured to execute a plurality of different stimulation ms. In some embodiments, the plurality of different ation programs are user conﬁgurable. In some embodiments, the plurality of different stimulation program differs in at least one of a stimulation frequency, pulse width, duty cycle parameters, ramp up and down values, burst pulse parameters, waveform shape, or hase interval. In some embodiments, the plurality of different stimulation programs comprise a drop foot assistance m, rehabilitation program, recovery program, relaxation program, or improved performance program.

In some embodiments, the device is conﬁgured to be in communication with a mobile device. In some embodiments, the stimulation program is uploaded from the mobile device.

In some embodiments, the central body interfaces with the one or more pads via wired connection.

In some embodiments, a kit for stimulating a user is ed. The kit comprises any one of the devices described herein, and instructions for appropriately placing two or more of the device on the user.

In another aspect, a system for stimulating a user is provided. The system comprises: a ﬁrst central body comprising: a processing unit conﬁgured to e a stimulation program, and a pulse generator ively coupled to the processing unit, wherein the pulse generator is conﬁgured to generate a ﬁrst set of electrical impulses in response to the stimulation program, wherein the ﬁrst central body is conﬁgured to ast a command over a communication channel, a second central body ntially similar to the ﬁrst central body, wherein the second central body is conﬁgured to e the broadcast command over the communication channel and generate electrical impulses in response, and one or more pads in communication with the ﬁrst l body or the second central body, wherein the one or more pads are conﬁgured to be _ 5 _ attached to the user and transmit the electrical pulses to stimulate the user in accordance with the stimulation program.

In r aspect, a method for ating a user is provided. The method comprises: placing a ﬁrst central body on a ﬁrst location on the user; placing a second central body on a second location on the user; wherein the second l body is substantially similar to the ﬁrst central body; executing a ation program with aid of a processing unit on board the ﬁrst central body; broadcasting; with aid of the ﬁrst central body; a command over a communication channel; receiving; at the second central body; the command; generating electrical impulses in response to the stimulation program with aid of a pulse generator; and transmitting the electrical pulses onto the user with aid of one or more pads to stimulate the user in accordance with the stimulation program.

In r aspect; a system for tracking and ng stimulation sessions is provided.

The system comprises: a server conﬁgured to provide one or more stimulation ms; a mobile device red to receive the one or more ation programs from the server; an electric stimulation device comprising: a central body conﬁgured to 1) receive the stimulation program from the mobile device; 2) execute the stimulation program; and 3) generate electrical pulses; and one or more pads in communication with the central body; the one or more pads conﬁgured to a) be attached to the user; and b) use the electrical pulses to stimulate the user in accordance with the one or more stimulation programs; wherein the central body is conﬁgured to record data regarding the executed stimulation program and upload it to the server via the mobile device.

In some embodiments; the server is conﬁgured to provide a platform for the user to p a customized stimulation program. In some embodiments; the data ses ation parameters being used; unique identiﬁcation of the central body; or a total stimulation session time. In some embodiments; custom user stimulation programs may be uploaded to the server.

In some embodiments; the server is conﬁgured to record and track the uploaded data for the user. In some embodiments; the server is conﬁgured to provide a display of the uploaded data for the user.

In some embodiments; the central body is conﬁgured to execute a plurality of different stimulation programs. In some ments; the plurality of different stimulation programs are user conﬁgurable at the server. In some embodiments; the plurality of different ation program differs in at least one of a stimulation frequency; pulse width; duty cycle parameters; ramp up and down values; burst pulse parameters; waveform shape; or interphase interval. In _ 6 _ some embodiments, the plurality of different stimulation programs comprise a drop foot assistance program, rehabilitation program, recovery program, relaxation program, or improved performance program.

In some ments, the central body has a maximum ion equal to or less than cm. In some embodiments, the central body has a weight equal to or less than 30 gr. In some embodiments, the central body interfaces with the one or more pads via wired connection.

In another aspect, a method for stimulating a user is provided. The method ses: receiving, at a mobile device, one or more stimulation programs provided by a server, receiving, at a central body, the one or more ation programs from the mobile device, executing, at the central body, the stimulation program, ting, at the central body, electrical pulses, transmitting the electrical pulses onto the user with aid of one or more pads to stimulate the user in accordance with the one or more stimulation programs, recording data regarding the executed stimulation program, and uploading the data to the server via the mobile device.

It shall be understood that different aspects of the invention can be appreciated individually, collectively, or in ation with each other. Various aspects of the invention described herein may be applied to any of the particular applications set forth below or for any other types of devices. Any description herein of an aerial vehicle may apply to and be used for any device, such as ation devices. Additionally, the systems, devices, and methods sed herein in the context of ical stimulation may also be applied in the context of other types of stimulation, such as mechanical stimulation.

In some aspects, the present disclosure provides systems for providing electrical stimulation to a user. In some aspects, the system comprises one or more sors, individually or collectively, configured to icate with one or more ation programs via one or more application m interfaces (API) to obtain information on the user. In some aspects, the system comprises one or more sors, individually or collectively, configured to analyze the information on the user. In some aspects, the system comprises one or more sors, individually or collectively, configured to produce a tailored stimulation program for the user based on said analysis. In some aspects, the system comprises one or more processors, individually or collectively, configured to execute the tailored stimulation program. In some aspects, the system comprises a pulse generator red to generate electrical pulses in response to execution of the stimulation program. In some aspects, the system comprises one or more pads in communication with the pulse generator, wherein the one or more pads are configured to be attached to the user and it the electrical pulses to stimulate the user. In some embodiments, the system comprises one or more processors, and the one or more _ 7 _ processors are located on a mobile device. In some embodiments, the system comprises a mobile device, and the mobile device comprises a cell phone, tablet, or PDA. In some ments, the system comprises one or more processors, and the one or more processors are conﬁgured to end the tailored stimulation program and receive a conﬁrmation from the user before executing the tailored stimulation program. In some aspects, the system comprises one or more sors, individually or collectively, conﬁgured to communicate with one or more application programs via one or more application program interfaces (API) to obtain information on the user, and the communication ses an API call. In some embodiments, the API call is performed using at least one of the one or more application programs. In some embodiments, the API call is performed using a server. In some embodiments, communication between the server and the one or more application programs comprises push notiﬁcations. In some embodiments, the system comprises one or more application programs, and the one or more application programs are executable on a mobile device. In some embodiments, the system comprises one or more ation programs, and the one or more application programs comprise third party programs.

In some embodiments, the system comprises third party programs, and the third party programs are linked to the user. In some ments, the system comprises one or more APIs, and the one or more APIs comprise APIs relating to health and/or ﬁtness. In some ments, the system comprises APIs relating to health and/or ﬁtness, and the APIs relating to health and/or ﬁtness are selected from the group consisting of Apple Health, Fitbit, Google Fit, JawBone Up, MapMyFitness, Mind Body, Moves, Nike+, RunKeeper, Strava, Under Armour Connected Fit, Wahoo Fitness, gs, and Wodify. In some embodiments, the system comprises information on the user, and the information on the user comprises information regarding a location of the user or a change in location of the user. In some embodiments, the system comprises information on the user, and the information on the user comprises information regarding an activity of the user. In some embodiments, the system comprises an activity of the user, and the activity of the user s to a number of steps taken by the user. In some embodiments, the system comprises an activity of the user, and the activity of the user s to an acceleration experienced by the user. In some embodiments, the system comprises activity of the user, and the activity of the user relates to a phone usage duration by the user. In some embodiments, the system ses an activity of the user, and the activity of the user relates to a type of activity performed by the user.

In some embodiments, the system comprises a type of activity performed by the user, and the type of activity performed by the user ses at least one selected from the group consisting of g, cycling, and weight lifting. In some embodiments, the system comprises an activity of the user, and the activity of the user relates to a number of calories consumed. In some _ 8 _ embodiments, the system comprises an activity of the user, and the activity of the user relates to a vital sign. In some embodiments, the system comprises a vital sign, and the vital sign may be at least one selected from the group consisting of body temperature, blood pressure, heart rate, and respiratory rate. In some embodiments, the system comprises an activity of the user, and the activity of the user s to a route taken by the user. In some embodiments, the system ses an ty of the user, and the ty of the user relates to a workout routine performed by the user. In some embodiments, the system comprises a t routine, and the workout routine comprises at least one selected from the group consisting of a number of repetitions and a number of sets of tions. In some embodiments, the system ses information on the user, and the information on the user comprises information regarding a health of the user. In some embodiments, the system comprises information on the user, and the information regarding the health of the user comprises a health record of the user. In some embodiments, the system comprises information regarding the health of the user, and the information regarding the health of the user comprises a weight of the user. In some embodiments, the system comprises information on the user, and the user comprises information acquired by third party devices utilized by the user. In some embodiments, the system comprises a tailored stimulation program, and the tailored stimulation m is produced ide one or more other stimulation programs. In some aspects, the system is further configured to receive from the user, a selection of the tailored stimulation program from the user prior to executing the tailored stimulation program and after producing the tailored stimulation program. In some embodiments, the system comprises a tailored stimulation program, and the tailored ation program is selected from a plurality of different stimulation programs. In some embodiments, the system comprises a plurality of different stimulation programs, and two or more of the plurality of different stimulation ms differ in at least one of a ation frequency, pulse width, duty cycle parameters, ramp up and down values, burst pulse parameters. In some embodiments, the system comprises plurality of different stimulation programs, and the plurality of different ation programs comprise one or more of a drop foot assistance program, rehabilitation m, recovery program, relaxation program, or improved performance program. In some embodiments, the system comprises a pulse generator, and the pulse generator interfaces with the one or more pads via wired connection. In some embodiments, the system comprises a transmission of electrical pulses to ate the user, and the transmission of the electrical pulses to stimulate the user improves a condition of the user.

In some aspects, the present disclosure provides methods for providing electrical stimulation to a user. In some aspects, the method comprises, with the aid of one or more _ 9 _ processors, individually or collectively, communicating with one or more application programs via one or more application program interfaces (API) to obtain information on the user. In some s, the method comprises, with the aid of one or more processors, individually or tively, analyzing the information on the user. In some aspects, the method comprises, with the aid of one or more processors, dually or collectively, ing a tailored stimulation program for the user based on said analysis. In some aspects, the method comprises, with the aid of one or more processors, individually or collectively, executing the tailored stimulation program. In some aspects, the method comprises generating, with aid a pulse generator, electrical pulses in response to execution of the stimulation program. In some aspects, the method comprises transmitting the ical pulses with one or more pads attached to the user and in communication with the pulse generator to stimulate the user. In some embodiments, the method comprises one or more processors, and the one or more processors are located on a mobile device. In some embodiments, the method comprises a mobile device, and the mobile device comprises a cell phone, tablet, or PDA. In some embodiments, the method comprises one or more processors, and the one or more processors are configured to recommend the tailored stimulation program and receive a confirmation from the user before executing the tailored stimulation program. In some aspects, the method comprises, with the aid of one or more sors, individually or collectively, communicating with one or more ation ms via one or more application program interfaces (API) to obtain information on the user, and the communication ses an API call. In some ments, the API call is med using at least one of the one or more application programs. In some embodiments, the API call is performed using a server. In some embodiments, communication between the server and the one or more ation programs comprises push notiﬁcations. In some embodiments, the method comprises one or more application programs, and the one or more application programs are executable on a mobile device. In some embodiments, the method comprises one or more application programs, and the one or more application programs comprise third party programs.

In some embodiments, the method comprises third party programs, and the third party programs are linked to the user. In some embodiments, the method comprises one or more APIs, and the one or more APIs comprise APIs relating to health and/or f1tness. In some embodiments, the method comprises APIs relating to health and/or fitness, and the APIs ng to health and/or ﬁtness are selected from the group consisting of Apple Health, Fitbit, Google Fit, JawBone Up, MapMyFitness, Mind Body, Moves, Nike+, RunKeeper, , Under Armour Connected Fit, Wahoo Fitness, Withings, and Wodify. In some embodiments, the method comprises information on the user, and the information on the user comprises ation regarding a location of the _ 10 _ user or a change in location of the user. In some embodiments, the method comprises information on the user and the ation on the user comprises information regarding an activity of the user. In some embodiments, the method ses an activity of the user, and the activity of the user relates to a number of steps taken by the user. In some embodiments, the method comprises an activity of the user, and the activity of the user relates to an acceleration experienced by the user. In some embodiments, the method comprises an activity of the user, and the activity of the user relates to a phone usage on by the user. In some embodiments, the method comprises an activity of the user, and the activity of the user relates to a type of activity performed by the user. In some embodiments, the method comprises a type of activity performed by the user, and the type of ty performed by the user comprises at least one selected from the group consisting of running, cycling, and weight lifting. In some embodiments, the method comprises an activity of the user, and the ty of the user relates to a number of calories consumed. In some embodiments, the method ses an activity of the user, and the ty of the user relates to a vital sign. In some embodiments, the method comprises a vital sign, and the vital sign may be at least one selected from the group consisting of body temperature, blood pressure, heart rate, and respiratory rate. In some embodiments, the method comprises an activity of the user, and the activity of the user relates to a route taken by the user. In some embodiments, the method comprises an activity of the user, and the ty of the user relates to a workout routine performed by the user. In some embodiments, the method comprises a workout routine, and the workout routine comprises at least one selected from the group consisting of a number of repetitions, and a number of sets of repetitions. In some embodiments, the method ses information on the user, and the information on the user comprises information regarding a health of the user. In some embodiments, the method comprises ation on the user, and the information regarding the health of the user comprises a health record of the user. In some embodiments, the method comprises information regarding the health of the user, and the information regarding the health of the user comprises a weight of the user. In some embodiments, the method comprises information on the user, and the information on the user comprises information acquired by third party devices ed by the user. In some embodiments, the method comprises a tailored stimulation program, and the tailored stimulation program is produced alongside one or more other stimulation programs. In some s, the method further ses receiving from the user, a selection of the ed ation program from the user prior to executing the tailored stimulation program after the tailored stimulation program for the user has been produced. In some embodiments, the method comprises a tailored stimulation program, and the tailored stimulation program is selected from a plurality of different _ 11 _ stimulation programs. In some embodiments, the method comprises a plurality of different stimulation programs, and two or more the plurality of different stimulation program differ in at least one of a stimulation frequency, pulse width, duty cycle parameters, ramp up and down values, or burst pulse parameters. In some embodiments, the method comprises a plurality of different stimulation programs, and the plurality of different stimulation programs comprise one or more of a drop foot assistance program, rehabilitation program, recovery program, relaxation program, or improved performance program. In some embodiments, the method comprises a pulse generator, and the pulse generator interfaces with the one or more pads via wired connection. In some ments, the method comprises a transmission of electrical pulses to ate a user, and the transmission of the electrical pulses to stimulate the user improves a condition of the user.

In some aspects, the present disclosure provides electric stimulation devices for stimulating a user. In some aspects, the stimulation device comprises a central body. In some aspects, the ation device comprises a central body, and the central body comprises a processing unit configured to execute a stimulation program. In some aspects, the stimulation device comprises a l body, and the central body comprises a pulse generator conﬁgured to generate ical pulses in response to the stimulation program. In some aspects, the stimulation device comprises a central body, and the central body comprises a user ace accessible on an external surface of the central body, wherein the user ace comprises an actuatable mechanism configured to affect a state of the stimulation program in two or more different ways depending on a degree of an input. In some aspects, the stimulation device comprises one or more pads in communication with the central body, wherein the one or more pads are configured to be attached to the user and transmit the electrical pulses in pondence with the state of the ation m. In some embodiments, the stimulation device comprises a central body, and the central body has a maximum dimension equal to or less than 10 centimeters. In some embodiments, the stimulation device comprises a central body, and the l body has a weight equal to or less than 30 grams. In some embodiments, the stimulation device comprises a l body, and the l body interfaces with the one or more pads via wired connection. In some embodiments, the stimulation device ses a processing unit, and the processing unit is configured to execute a plurality of different stimulation programs. In some aspects, the stimulation device comprises a mobile device. In some embodiments, the stimulation device ses a mobile device, and the stimulation device is configured to be in communication with the mobile device. In some embodiments, the stimulation device comprises a mobile device, and the user selects the ation program on _ 12 _ the mobile device. In some embodiments, the stimulation device comprises a stimulation program, and the stimulation program is uploaded from the mobile device. In some embodiments, the stimulation device comprises a user interface, and the user ace comprises a single actuatable mechanism. In some embodiments, the stimulation device comprises a single actuatable mechanism, and actuation of the single actuatable mechanism cycles n the pluralities of different stimulation programs. In some embodiments, the stimulation device comprises a plurality of different stimulation programs, and the plurality of different stimulation programs are user conﬁgurable. In some embodiments, the ation device comprises a plurality of different stimulation programs, and two or more of the plurality of different ation programs differ in at least one of a stimulation ncy, pulse width, duty cycle parameters, ramp up and down values, or burst pulse parameters. In some embodiments, the stimulation device comprises a ity of different stimulation programs, and the plurality of ent stimulation programs comprise one or more of a drop foot assistance program, rehabilitation program, recovery program, relaxation program, or improved performance program. In some embodiments, the stimulation device comprises an actuatable mechanism, and the actuatable ism comprises a sible mechanism. In some embodiments, the stimulation device comprises a depressible mechanism, and the depressible mechanism ses a button. In some embodiments, the stimulation device comprises an actuatable mechanism, and the actuatable mechanism comprises a slidable mechanism. In some embodiments, the stimulation device comprises an actuatable mechanism, and the able mechanism comprises a rotatable mechanism. In some embodiments, the stimulation device comprises an able mechanism, and the actuatable ism is located substantially at a center of the external surface. In some embodiments, the stimulation device comprises an actuatable mechanism, and actuation of the actuatable mechanism pauses and/or resumes the stimulation program. In some embodiments, the stimulation device comprises an actuatable mechanism, and actuation of the able mechanism ses and/or decreases an ity of the stimulation program. In some embodiments, the stimulation device comprises an actuatable mechanism, and actuation of the actuatable mechanism turns on and/or turns off the electric stimulation device. In some embodiments, the ation device ses an actuatable mechanism, and actuation of the able mechanism is conﬁgured to affect the state of the stimulation program in four or more different ways depending on the degree of the input. In some embodiments, the stimulation device comprises four or more different ways to affect the state of the stimulation program, and the four or more different ways comprise pausing of the stimulation program, resuming of the stimulation program, increasing of an intensity of the _ 13 _ ation program, and decreasing of the intensity of the stimulation program. In some embodiments, the stimulation device comprises a degree of an input, and the degree of the input is a duration of the input. In some embodiments, the ation deVice comprises a degree of an input, and the degree of the input is a force exerted for the input. In some embodiments, the stimulation deVice ses a degree of an input, and the degree of the input is a direction of the input. In some embodiments, the stimulation deVice comprises an input, and the input comprises an actuation of the actuatable mechanism.

In some aspects, the present disclosure provides methods for stimulating a user. In some aspects, the method comprises receiVing, at a central body, a stimulation program from a mobile deVice. In some aspects, the method comprises executing, at a processing unit of the l body, the stimulation program. In some aspects, the method comprises generating, at a pulse generator of the central body, electrical pulses in response to the stimulation program. In some aspects, the method comprises transmitting the electrical pulses at one or more pads, wherein the one or more pads are attached to the user, and wherein the one or more pads are in communication with the l body, thereby stimulating the user with the transmitted electrical pulses. In some aspects, the method comprises affecting a state of stimulation program in two or more different ways depending on a degree of an input at a user interface, wherein the user interface comprises an actuatable mechanism. In some ments, the method comprises a l body, and the central body has a maximum dimension equal to or less than 10 centimeters. In some ments, the method comprises a central body, and the central body has a weight equal to or less than 30 grams. In some embodiments, the method comprises a central body, and the central body interfaces with the one or more pads Via wired connection. In some embodiments, the method comprises a processing unit, and the processing unit is configured to execute a ity of different ation ms. In some aspects, the method ses selecting the stimulation program on the mobile deVice by the user prior to receiVing the stimulation program from the mobile deVice. In some embodiments, the method comprises a stimulation program, and the stimulation program is ed from the mobile deVice. In some embodiments, the method comprises a degree of an input, and the degree of the input comprises a duration of the input. In some embodiments, the method comprises a degree of an input, and the degree of the input comprises a force exerted for the input. In some embodiments, the method comprises a degree of an input, and the degree of the input comprises a direction of the input. In some ments, the method comprises an input, and the input comprises an actuation of the actuatable mechanism. In some embodiments, the method comprises a user interface, and the user interface comprises a single actuatable mechanism. In some embodiments, _ 14 _ the method comprises a single actuatable mechanism, and actuation of the single actuatable ism cycles between the plurality of different stimulation programs. In some embodiments, the method comprises ity of different stimulation programs, and the plurality of different ation ms are user conﬁgurable. In some embodiments, the method comprises a plurality of different stimulation programs, and two or more of ity of different stimulation programs differ in at least one of a stimulation frequency, pulse width, duty cycle parameters, ramp up and down values, or burst pulse parameters. In some embodiments, the method comprises a plurality of different stimulation programs, and the plurality of different stimulation programs comprise one or more of a drop foot ance program, rehabilitation m, recovery program, relaxation program, or improved performance m. In some embodiments, the method comprises an actuatable mechanism, and the actuatable mechanism comprises a depressible mechanism. In some embodiments, the method ses a depressible mechanism, and the depressible mechanism comprises a button. In some embodiments, the method comprises an actuatable mechanism, and the actuatable mechanism comprises a slidable mechanism. In some embodiments, the method comprises an actuatable mechanism, and the actuatable mechanism comprises a ble mechanism. In some embodiments, the method ses an actuatable mechanism, and the actuatable mechanism is located substantially at a center of the external surface. In some ments, the method comprises an actuatable mechanism, and actuation of the actuatable mechanism pauses and/or resumes the stimulation m. In some embodiments, the method comprises an actuatable mechanism, and actuation of the actuatable mechanism increases and/or decreases an intensity of the ation program.

In some embodiments, the method comprises an actuatable mechanism, and ion of the actuatable mechanism turns on and/or turns off the electric stimulation device. In some embodiments, the method ses an actuatable mechanism, and actuation of the actuatable mechanism is conﬁgured to affect the state of the stimulation program in four or more different ways depending on the degree of the input. In some embodiments, the method comprises four or more different ways to affect the state of the stimulation, and the four or more different ways comprise pausing of the stimulation program, resuming of the stimulation program, increasing of an intensity of the stimulation program, and decreasing of the intensity of the stimulation program.

In some aspects, the present disclosure provides systems for providing electrical stimulation to a user. In some aspects, the system comprises one or more sors, individually or collectively, configured to receive an input regarding a ation program. In some aspects, the t disclosure provides a system for providing electrical stimulation to a user. In some _ 15 _ aspects, the system ses one or more processors, individually or collectively, conﬁgured to process a value of one or more stimulation parameters of the stimulation program, wherein the value is substantially randomly selected from a predeﬁned range for the stimulation program. In some aspects, the present disclosure provides a system for providing electrical stimulation to a user. In some aspects, the system ses one or more processors, individually or collectively, conﬁgured to execute the stimulation program. In some aspects, the system comprises a pulse generator conﬁgured to generate electrical pulses in se to execution of the stimulation program. In some aspects, the system ses one or more pads in ication with a central body, wherein the one or more pads are conﬁgured to be attached to the user and transmit the electrical pulses, thereby stimulating the user. In some aspects, the system comprises a mobile device. In some embodiments, the system comprises a mobile phone, and the user selects a stimulation program on the mobile device. In some embodiments, the system ses one or more stimulation parameters, and the one or more stimulation parameters are selected from the group ting of a ation contraction frequency, a rest frequency, a stimulation duty cycle, a stimulation pulse width, a length of stimulation, burst pulse parameter, a ramp up time, and a ramp down time. In some embodiments, the system comprises a predeﬁned range, and the predeﬁned range is user conﬁgurable. In some ments, the system comprises a predeﬁned range, and the predeﬁned range is preconﬁgured for the stimulation program. In some embodiments, the system comprises a stimulation program, and the stimulation program comprises ﬁve or more stimulation parameters whose values are randomly selected from the predeﬁned range for the stimulation program. In some embodiments, the system comprises ﬁve or more stimulation parameters, and a subset of the ﬁve or more stimulation ters are randomly selected from the predeﬁned range for the stimulation program. In some embodiments, the system comprises a subset of the ﬁve or more stimulation ters, and the subset is randomly selected. In some embodiments, the system comprises one or more processors, and the one or more processors are conﬁgured to execute a plurality of different stimulation programs. In some embodiments, the system comprises a plurality of different stimulation programs, and the plurality of different stimulation programs are categorized into ent levels. In some embodiments, the system comprises a ity of different stimulation programs that are rized into different levels, and the different levels comprise three or more levels. In some embodiments, the system ses a plurality of different stimulation programs that are categorized into different levels, and the different levels determine the predeﬁned range. In some embodiments, the system comprises a plurality of different stimulation ms, and the plurality of different stimulation programs are user conﬁgurable. In some embodiments, the _ 16 _ system ses a plurality of different stimulation programs, and two or more of the plurality of different stimulation program differ in at least one of a stimulation frequency, pulse width, duty cycle parameters, ramp up and down values, or burst pulse parameters. In some embodiments, the system comprises a plurality of different stimulation programs, and the ity of different ation programs comprise a drop foot assistance program, rehabilitation program, recovery program, relaxation program, or improved performance program. In some embodiments, the system comprises a central body, and the central body has a maximum dimension equal to or less than 10 eters. In some embodiments, the system comprises a l body, and the central body has a weight equal to or less than 30 grams. In some embodiments, the system comprises a central body, and the central body interfaces with the one or more pads via wired connection.

In some aspects, the present disclosure provides methods for stimulating a user. In some aspects, the method comprises, with aid of one or more processors, individually or collectively, receiving an input regarding a stimulation program. In some aspects, the method comprises, with aid of one or more processors, individually or collectively, processing a value of one or more stimulation parameters of the stimulation program, wherein the value is substantially randomly determined from a predeﬁned range for the stimulation program. In some aspects, the method comprises, with aid of one or more processors, dually or collectively, executing the stimulation program. In some aspects, the method comprises generating, at a pulse tor, electrical pulses in response to execution of the stimulation program, In some aspects, the method ses transmitting the electrical pulses at one or more pads, wherein the one or more pads are conﬁgured to be attached to the user, and wherein the one or more pads are in communication with a central body, thereby stimulating the user. In some aspects, the method comprises, prior to receiving an input ing a stimulation program, selecting the stimulation program on the mobile device by the user. In some aspects, the method comprises uploading the stimulation program from the mobile . In some ments, the method comprises one or more stimulation parameters, and the one or more stimulation parameters are selected from the group consisting of a stimulation contraction frequency, a rest ncy, a stimulation duty cycle, a stimulation pulse width, a length of stimulation, burst pulse parameter, a ramp up time, and a ramp down time. In some embodiments, the method comprises a predeﬁned range, and the predeﬁned range is user conﬁgurable. In some ments, the method comprises a predeﬁned range, and the predeﬁned range is preconﬁgured for the stimulation program. In some embodiments, the method comprises a stimulation program, and the ation program comprises ﬁve or more stimulation parameters whose values are randomly selected from the _ 17 _ predeﬁned range for the stimulation program. In some ments, the method comprises ﬁve or more ation parameters, and values of a subset of the ﬁve or more stimulation parameters are randomly selected from the predeﬁned range for the stimulation program. In some embodiments, the method ses a subset of the ﬁve or more stimulation parameters, and the subset is ly selected. In some embodiments, the method comprises one or more processors, and the one or more processors are red to e a ity of ent stimulation programs. In some embodiments, the method comprises a plurality of different stimulation programs, and the plurality of different stimulation programs are categorized into different levels. In some embodiments, the method comprises a plurality of different stimulation programs that are categorized into different , and the different levels comprise three or more levels. In some embodiments, the method comprises a plurality of different stimulation ms that are categorized into different levels, and the different levels determine the predeﬁned range. In some embodiments, the method comprises a plurality of different stimulation ms, and the plurality of different stimulation programs are user conﬁgurable.

In some embodiments, the method comprises a plurality of different stimulation programs, and the plurality of different ation ms differ in at least one of a stimulation frequency, pulse width, duty cycle parameters, ramp up and down values, burst pulse parameters. In some embodiments, the method comprises a plurality of different stimulation programs, and the plurality of different ation ms comprise a drop foot assistance program, rehabilitation program, recovery program, relaxation program, or improved performance program. In some embodiments, the method comprises a central body, and the central body has a maximum dimension equal to or less than 10 centimeters. In some embodiments, the method comprises a central body, and the central body has a weight equal to or less than 30 grams. In some embodiments, the method comprises a central body, and the central body interfaces with the one or more pads via wired connection.

Other objects and features of the present invention will become apparent by a review of the speciﬁcation, claims, and appended ﬁgures.

INCORPORATION BY REFERENCE All publications, patents, and patent applications mentioned in this speciﬁcation are herein incorporated by reference to the same extent as if each individual publication, patent, or patent application was speciﬁcally and individually indicated to be incorporated by reference.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS The novel es of the ion are set forth with particularity in the appended claims. A better understanding of the features and advantages of the present invention will be obtained by reference to the ing detailed ption that sets forth illustrative embodiments, in which the principles of the invention are utilized, and the accompanying drawings of which: illustrates a portable electrical muscular stimulation (EMS) device with a sensor system, in accordance with embodiments. illustrates an EMS device with a sensor system, in accordance with embodiments. illustrates a mobile device in communication with a plurality of EMS devices, in ance with embodiments. rates an EMS device in communication with substantially similar devices, in accordance with embodiments. illustrates a mobile device in ication with a plurality of sets of EMS devices, in accordance with embodiments. rates a system for enting stimulation sessions, in accordance with embodiments. illustrates a method for stimulating a user, in accordance with embodiments. illustrates a method for stimulating a user with similar devices, in accordance with embodiments. illustrates a method for stimulating a user using a server, in accordance with embodiments. illustrates a system comprising an application program interface (API) to produce a tailored stimulation program for the user, in accordance with embodiments. rates a system for implementing stimulation sessions and comprising an actuatable mechanism, in accordance with embodiments. illustrates a method for stimulating a user using randomly selected values for one or more stimulation parameters, in accordance with embodiments. illustrates a blown up view of a portable EMS device, in accordance with embodiments. illustrates components of a portable EMS device, in accordance with embodiments. rates a computer system that is programmed or otherwise conﬁgured to e an electrical stimulation device.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION Systems, s, and devices provided herein may provide improved onality and usability of electrical stimulation, or electrical muscular stimulation (EMS) devices. The EMS device as described herein may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to generate and/or it ical impulses to a user. The EMS device may be a device programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to implement a stimulation session, e. g. on a user. A stimulation n may refer to a session with a beginning and an end during which electrical impulses are transmitted to the user via the EMS device for the purpose of treatment, therapy, relaxation, ﬁtness, athletic performance enhancement, entertainment, and the like. In some instances, the systems, methods, and devices of the t disclosure may help improve muscular fatigue resistance (e.g. nce), increase muscular strength and power, improve muscular endurance and strength, improve muscle recover (e. g. through increased blood ﬂow), and/or potentiate muscle. In some instances, a stimulation session may refer to a session with a ing and an end implemented via a set of instructions (e.g. code, program, etc). In some instances, a stimulation session may also be referred to as a stimulation program.

As previously described herein, EMS devices may be utilized for a y of applications. The EMS devices may be utilized for prevention of muscle atrophy. For example, the EMS device may transmit electrical impulses to muscles so as to mimic neural impulses from the brain which may stimulate s and prevent atrophy for patients unable to e certain muscles. The EMS devices may be utilized for muscle relaxation or pain reduction. For example, electrical impulses transmitted via the EMS device may counteract neural impulses that cause muscle spasms which may aid in relaxation. The EMS devices may be ed for entertainment or general stimulation. For example, the EMS device may be utilized as a medium to deliver a stimulus in connection with modes of ainment (e.g., virtual reality). The EMS devices may be utilized for medical purposes. For example, ical impulses transmitted via the EMS devices may increase blood circulation which may act to prevent blood clots and/or increase healing. For example, electrical impulses itted via the EMS devices may aid in rehabilitation of muscles or may aid in contraction of muscles as needed (e.g., drop foot assistance). The EMS devices may be utilized for general ﬁtness or athletic performance enhancement. For example, ical impulses transmitted via the EMS devices may help recovery from workouts or may supplement work outs by mimicking muscle activity.

The EMS device may comprise a main body. The main body, also referred to herein as a central body, may refer to a component of the EMS device used to generate electrical impulses.

For example, the central body may generate an electrical e by accepting a t from a battery (e.g., on board the EMS device) or from an electrical outlet. In some instances, the EMS device may further comprise one or more electrodes via which the electrical impulses may be transmitted to the user. In some instances, the EMS device may lack portability and/or ease of use. Alternatively, le EMS devices may lack a full functionality of the larger systems or beneﬁts that may be provided by ation session management by specialized technicians, healthcare professionals, or other service providers.

In some instances, the main body, also referred to herein as a l body, of the EMS device may comprise a sensor system. The sensor system may be programmed, or otherwise ured to sense signals such as signals from a muscle of a user, signals about a state of the sensor, and/or signals about an external environment. The sensor system may be utilized synergistically in conjunction with a stimulation session in order to give useful information and/or increase functionalities for the EMS device. In some instances, the integration of the sensing module on board the main body may ensure that the EMS device is simple to use and unobtrusive for the user while increasing possible applications for the EMS device.

In some instances, a plurality of EMS devices may be in communication with one another. The plurality of the EMS devices my function together as a unit in enting a stimulation session. Alternatively or in addition, the plurality of EMS devices may ent a plurality of stimulation sessions. The ity of EMS devices may ent stimulation sessions for a single person or a ity of people, across different locations. In some instances, the plurality of EMS devices may be controlled by a single mobile device to implement stimulations that are varied and ive in scope, while each EMS device remains simple to apply and unobtrusive. Data collected via the plurality of EMS devices may further be transmitted over to the mobile device for convenience of tracking and storage and may further be ed to a server, e.g., cloud server.

In some instances, a platform may be provided for use with the EMS devices. The platform may comprise a database, or a server where stimulation programs may be managed (e.g., created, planned, scheduled, etc). In some instances, data tracked by the EMS device and/or the mobile device may be uploaded to the platform for ease of management and monitoring. The platform may act as a l database for managing and tracking stimulation _ 21 _ sessions. The platform may be ial for its users. For example, the platform may provide a convenient tool for managing and tracking stimulation sessions for the end users. For e, the rm may provide a convenient tool for specialized technicians, healthcare professionals, or other service providers to manage and track stimulation sessions for end users who may be clients.

It shall be understood that different aspects of the invention can be appreciated individually, tively, or in combination with each other. Various aspects of the invention described herein may be d to any of the particular ations set forth below or for any other types of stimulation devices. illustrates a system 100 for implementing a ation session, in accordance with embodiments. The system may utilize an EMS device 101. The EMS device may be configured to be coupled to a user 103. The EMS device may be programmed, or otherwise configured to generate ical impulses and transmit the ical impulses to the user. In some instances, the EMS device may implement ation sessions. The EMS device may comprise a central body, one or more pads, and/or other various components as further described below.

In some instances, the EMS device may be utilized in conjunction with an external device 105. For example, the EMS device may be programmed, or ise conﬁgured to receive signals or data from the external device 105 and/or transmit data to the external device. The external device may comprise a mobile device. Alternatively or in addition, the external device may comprise a computer (e.g., desktop computer) or any other type of device where input from a user may be accepted. While use of mobile device is ily discussed herein, it is to be understood that any other external device may be utilized for the purpose of what is described herein with respect to mobile devices.

The mobile device may comprise cell phones, tablets, PDAs, watches (e. g. smart watches), or any other type of mobile device. The mobile device may comprise a user interface for accepting commands or instructions from a user. In some instances, the mobile device may comprise an application for controlling the central body, or EMS device. Optionally, various parameters regarding implementation of stimulation sessions may be controlled from the mobile device. The mobile device may be utilized for managing and tracking stimulation sessions. For example, a user may utilize a mobile device, or application on the mobile device, to devise (e.g., create), schedule, or plan stimulation ns and control parameters of the ation sessions.

As an example, an application may be executed on the mobile device. Within the application, the user may select a desired stimulation session to be executed by the central body. _ 22 _ In some instances, a number of ermined stimulation sessions may be available for the user to select from. The stimulation sessions may be preloaded (e.g., contained in the application) or may be aded from an online database. Alternatively or additionally, the user may custom design a stimulation sessions to execute. For example, the user may design a stimulation session by varying parameters including, but not limited to, stimulation frequencies for contractions and rest periods, pulse widths, duty cycle ters, ramp up values, ramp down values, burst pulse parameters, waveform shape, or interphase interval. The ent stimulation sessions may differ in a desired effect (e.g., treatment, f1tness, performance enhancement, stimulation, etc), application, and/or specific parameters (e.g., stimulation frequencies for contractions and rest periods, pulse , duty cycle parameters, ramp up values, ramp down values, or burst pulse parameters, etc).

As another e, stimulation sessions may be planned on the mobile device. For example, a sequence or schedule of stimulation sessions to be implemented on a user may be planned, e.g. using the mobile device. The sequence or schedule may comprise a stimulation ns meant to be implemented on a user over time, e.g., over hours, days, weeks, , etc.

The user may provide instructions to execute the d (e.g., selected) stimulation session. The instructions (e.g., signals, data, etc) may be transmitted to the EMS device using wired or wireless communication 107. In some instances, the wireless ication may utilize a radio-frequency (RF) protocol. In some instances, the wireless communication may utilize an ANT+, Bluetooth Low Energy, Gazell ol and the like. Alternatively or in addition, the user may e instructions to stop, pause, and/or resume a stimulation session, e.g., at the mobile device. In some instances, the user may provide instructions to adjust other ters regarding the ation session. For example, the user may provide instructions to adjust a stimulation ity level of the stimulation session. The instructions may be transmitted to the central body, e. g. using the wireless communication protocol previously described herein.

Optionally, a rm may be provided for managing or tracking the stimulation sessions. In some instances, the platform may be provided on a database or a server 109, such as a cloud server. The server may be utilized for managing and tracking stimulation sessions. For example, a user may utilize the platform to devise (e.g., create), schedule, or plan stimulation sessions and control parameters of the stimulation sessions. In some instances, data tracked by the EMS devices may be uploaded to the rm, e.g., via the mobile device. The platform may provide a convenient tool for both managing and tracking stimulation sessions for the end users 103. _ 23 _ illustrates an EMS device 200 with a sensor system, in accordance with embodiments. The EMS device 200 may be utilized in the system 100, or elsewhere throughout the application. The EMS device may comprise a central body 202. In some instances, the EMS device as described herein may refer to the central body, or the central body together with the electrodes and/or wires. The central body may be mmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to receive s or data from the mobile device and execute and/or ent the desired stimulation session. For example, the central body may comprise a processing unit. The processing unit may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to execute a stimulation program in response to the signals received. The central body may se a pulse generator. The pulse generator may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to te electrical impulses, e. g. in response to execution of the stimulation program. The pulse generator may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to generate electrical impulses by accepting current from a y or an electrical outlet. In some instances, the central body may comprise a battery. The battery may be a replaceable battery or an integrated battery. The battery may be rechargeable battery, such as a rechargeable lithium battery. In some instances, a port may be provided for recharging of the central body. For example, a micro-USB port may be provided as an approach for recharging the l body.

The central body may comprise ation ls. The stimulation channel may refer to an output channel for the generated electrical impulses. The central body may comprise any number of stimulation channels. In some instances, the central body may comprise l, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 or more stimulation channels. The number of stimulation channels may correspond to a number of independent output channels for the electrical impulses. For example, for each stimulation channel, a different electrical impulse may be ted and/or further itted by the central body. In some instances, an intensity level of all stimulation ls of the central body may be ed in accordance with a user’s instruction, e.g. provided on the mobile device. Alternatively, an intensity level of each stimulation channel may be ed individually in accordance with a user’s instruction.

The l body may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to be in communication with one or more electrodes, or pads 201, 203. In some ces, the number of electrodes may correspond to a number of ation channels of the central body. Alternatively, the number of electrodes may be less than the number of stimulation channels. Alternatively, the number of electrodes may be more than the number of stimulation channels. The electrodes or pads may be conﬁgured to be applied or attached to a user. The one or more pads may comprise an adhesive.

In some instances, the one or more pads may comprise tabs 205, 207 for facilitating attachment and/or l.

The electrodes or pads may be conﬁgured to transmit the electrical impulses generated by the pulse generator to the user, thereby stimulating the user. For example, electrical impulses generated at the central body may be transmitted to the one or more pads via the connection 210, e. g. to implement a stimulation session on the user. The connection may be a wired tion.

For example, the one or more pads may be physically connected to the central body via a port on the central body. The port may be a micro-USB port. In some instances, the port may be a port utilized in recharging of the battery of the l body. The ation of the same port for recharging of the battery and for connecting with one or more electrodes may aid in miniaturization of the central body.

The central body may comprise one, two, three, four, ﬁve or more LED tors. The LED indicator may be utilized to indicate different states of the device. For example, the central body may comprise two LED indicators. The ﬁrst LED indicator may be used to indicate whether the device is turned on and/or whether the device is currently running, or executing a stimulation session. The second LED indicator may be used to indicate a y charging status of the central body.

In some instances, the central body may be conﬁgured to be attached to, or placed on a user. For example, the l body may be attached or coupled to a user via a base unit 204.

The base unit may be integrated with the central body. Alternatively, the base unit may comprise a attachable/detachable component from the central body. The base unit may be able to be attached or detached from the central body via any mechanism, e.g. snap ﬁt mechanism, slide ﬁt mechanism, adhesives, etc. The base unit may be le. atively or in on, the base unit may be conﬁgured to be replaced after a single use or a limited number of uses (e. g. appliance to the user). The base unit may comprise any unit(s) for attachment to a user. For example, the base unit may comprise an adhesive. In some instances, the adhesive may comprise one or more tabs 206 that facilitate appliance and/or removal of the EMS .

Alternatively or in on, the base unit may comprise one or more straps.

The EMS device may be coupled to any muscle group located on the user’s body. In some instances, the base unit may enable the EMS device to be coupled to any desired location on a user’s body ing on a desired stimulation location and/or session. For example, the adhesive may enable the EMS device to be universally applied to any desired location on a user’s body, e. g. on an arm, leg, knee, chest, abdomen, back, neck, er, etc. Alternatively, the base unit may be designed for selective coupling to the user. For example, the one or more _ 25 _ straps may be sized or shaped for selective coupling to the user’s arms, abdomen, legs, neck, chest, etc.

The central body may se a low proﬁle. For example, the central body may comprise a low proﬁle such that it can be seamlessly worn under a user’s s. The central body may comprise a height that is equal to or less than 5 cm, 4 cm, 3 cm, 2 cm, 1.5 cm, 1 cm, 0.75 cm, or 0.5 cm. The height of the central body may refer to a length of the device extending perpendicularly from the base. For example, with respect to the height of the l body may extend out from the ﬁgure. In some instances, the central body may be ergonomic such that the central body may be coupled to the user (e.g., via the base unit) without interfering with everyday activities. In some instances, the central body may be mic such that the central body may be coupled to the user (e.g., via the base unit) under the user’s s and permit undertaking of normal ties. In some instances, a maximum dimension of the central body may be equal to or less than about 20 cm, 18 cm, 16 cm, 14 cm, 12 cm, 10 cm, 8 cm, 6 cm, 4 cm, or 2 cm. In some instances, a maximum volume of the central body may be equal to or less than about 500 cm3, 300 cm3, 100 cm3, 75 cm3, 50 cm3, 25 cm3, or 10 cm3. In some instances, a weight of the central body may be equal to or less than about 100 gr, 90 gr, 80 gr, 70 gr, 60 gr, 50 gr, 40 gr, 30 gr, 20 gr, 10 gr, or 5 gr.

In some instances, the central body may comprise a simple interface 208. The simple interface may be utilized for receiving an input from a user. The simple interface may be utilized for powering on the device and powering off the device. Alternatively or in addition, the simple interface may be utilized for resetting the EMS device, pausing a stimulation session, resuming a stimulation session, and/or adjusting an intensity of the stimulation session. The simple interface may se buttons or switches. In some ces, the simple interface may not comprise a y that can be viewed by a user. In some instances, the simple interface may comprise at most 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 buttons or switches. For example, the simple interface may comprise a single button interface. The single button may be utilized for powering on and powering off the EMS device as well as resetting the EMS device, pausing or resuming stimulation sessions and adjusting intensities of stimulation sessions.

In some instances, the central body may comprise a sensor system 212. The sensor system may be located anywhere on or within the central body. atively or in addition, the sensor system may be d on the base unit 204. The sensor system may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to sense signals from the user. In some instances, the sensor system may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to record signals from a surface of a muscle, e. g. when it is contracted. The signals may comprise mechanical and/or electrical signals. For example, a _ 26 _ mechanomyogram (MMG), or low frequency vibration may be observed and/or recorded utilizing the sensor system. The sensor system may comprise any suitable unit(s) for sensing the signals. For e, the sensor system may se accelerometers, gyroscopes, and/or microphones. In some instances, the accelerometer may be a 3-axis accelerometer. The sensor system may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to sense signals from the user during a stimulation session.

For example, while a stimulation session is being ented, muscles near the one or more pads may undergo contraction due to the transmitted ical impulses. The sensor system may sense signals (e.g., vibrations) from a surface of the muscles undergoing contraction and record it for analysis. The analysis may be performed on the processing unit of the EMS device. Alternatively or in addition, sensed data may be transmitted to the mobile device, and the analysis may be performed on the mobile device. atively or in addition, the analysis may be med elsewhere. For example, the data may be transmitted to a server (e. g. cloud server) where the analysis may be performed. In some instances, processed data may be further transmitted to the mobile device and/or the server. For example, sensed data may be processed or analyzed by the processing unit which may be transmitted to the mobile device and/or the server.

In some ces, the sensor system may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to sense signals from an nment, e. g. to get environmental cues. For e, an accelerometer may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to record an acceleration and/or velocity with respect to a reference frame. For example, a gyroscope may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to record an r rate of rotation in a rotating reference frame. The recorded data may be utilized to analyze s of the user. For example, based on the recorded data, a real-time gait and/or handgrip analysis may be performed. The analysis may be performed on the processing unit of the EMS device. Alternatively or in addition, sensed data may be transmitted to the mobile device, and the analysis may be performed on the mobile device. Alternatively or in addition, the analysis may be performed elsewhere. For example, the data may be transmitted to a server (e. g. cloud server) where the analysis may be performed. In some instances, processed data may be further transmitted to the mobile device and/or the server.

For example, sensed data may be sed or ed by the processing unit which may be transmitted to the mobile device and/or the .

The sensor system may be conﬁgured to be used in conjunction with generation of electrical impulses. In some instances, based on data read from the sensor system, the EMS device may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to generate electrical impulses at _ 27 _ appropriate times. For example, the EMS device may function as a drop foot assistance device (e. g. when coupled to a peroneal nerve and/or calf muscle) and may generate electrical impulses at appropriate times based on data sensed by the sensor system. In some ces, data may be read or sensed by the sensor system during a stimulation session in order to determine a level fatigue of the muscle under stimulation. According to MMG parameters that are sensed and/or recorded, a stimulation session may be ed (e.g., intensity of ation and/or other stimulation parameters) accordingly.

Collected data, processed or raw, may be transmitted to the mobile device. In some instances, data regarding the stimulation session that had been implemented may be recorded or tracked. For example parameters regarding the stimulation may be recorded, e. g. by the sing unit of the l body. In some instances, a stimulation length, stimulation intensity, stimulation n , or other parameters such as stimulation frequencies for contractions and rest periods, pulse widths, duty cycle parameters, ramp up , ramp down values, burst pulse parameters, stimulation intensity, waveform shape, or interphase interval, etc may be recorded. In some instances, data from the sensor system may be recorded or tracked.

The recorded or tracked data may be conﬁgured to be transmitted to the mobile device, e. g. using a wireless ication channel.

Collected data, sed or raw, may be transmitted to a server. In some ces, collected data, processed or raw, may be transmitted to a server via the mobile device. In some instances, data regarding the stimulation session that had been implemented may be recorded or tracked. For example parameters regarding the stimulation may be recorded, e. g. by the processing unit of the central body. In some instances, a stimulation length, ation intensity, stimulation session number, or other parameters such as stimulation frequencies for ctions and rest periods, pulse widths, duty cycle parameters, ramp up values, ramp down values, burst pulse parameters, stimulation intensity, waveform shape, or interphase interval, etc may be recorded. In some instances, data from the sensor system may be recorded or tracked.

The recorded or tracked data may be conﬁgured to be transmitted to the server, e. g. using an intermediary such as a mobile device.

The central body may be designed to minimize obtrusiveness such that it can be coupled to the user and be forgotten. As such, the aforementioned small profile, simple interface, ability to be used in conjunction with the mobile , and/or integration of the sensor system may be of advantage. For example, the central body may be coupled to the user ergonomically and usively via adhesives or . The user may implement stimulation sessions via the mobile device which is used in everyday life while the small EMS device performs the _ 28 _ stimulation unobtrusively (e.g., under the user’s clothes). The user may interact with the EMS device when necessary via the simple ace. The EMS device may further provide various additional functionalities to the EMS device with an integrated sensor system without need for additional attachments such that the EMS device remains simple to use and usive. The integration of the sensor system with the central body may make sense where the central body is closely ed to a user via the base unit such that the sensor system is able to pick up, or sense, signals from the user. Data regarding the stimulation n and/or other sensed signals may be further uploaded to the mobile device and/or platform (e.g., server) for convenience of ment and tracking. rates a mobile device 302 in communication with a plurality of EMS devices 304, 306, 308, in accordance with embodiments. Each of the EMS s may be as previously described herein. For example, each of the EMS s may comprise a low proﬁle, be ergonomic, comprise a simple interface, comprise a sensor , and/or be used in conjunction with a mobile device. A single mobile device may be in communication with l, 2, 3, 5, 7, 10, , 20, 50, 100, 500, 1000, 2000, 5000, 10000, 20000, 50000, 100000 or more EMS devices.

The single mobile device may be in direct communication with each of the EMS devices. In some instances, the mobile device may communicate with each of the EMS devices via wireless communication by utilizing a radio-frequency (RF) protocol. In some instances, the mobile device may communicate with each of the EMS devices via ss communication by utilizing an ANT+, Bluetooth, or Gazell protocol ntially as described herein._ In some instances, the mobile device may it ctions for implementing a stimulation session on each of the different EMS devices 304, 306, 308. All data recorded or tracked by the EMS device (e. g. data regarding parameters of a stimulation session or data from a sensor system) may further be conﬁgured to be transmitted back to the mobile device 302.

The mobile device may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to transmit a set of instructions to each of the different EMS devices. The set of instructions to be transmitted to each of the different EMS devices may or may not be different from one another. The set of instructions to be transmitted to each of the different EMS devices may be transmitted at different times, or may be transmitted simultaneously. Accordingly differing or identical stimulation sessions may be implemented via the different EMS devices at different times or simultaneously.

For example, different EMS devices may be placed on different locations of a user. The mobile device may it a same set of instructions to each of the different EMS devices simultaneously to implement an identical stimulation session (e.g., for ﬁtness) on different _ 29 _ locations on the user. In another example, different EMS devices may be placed on different users. The mobile device may it a same set of instructions to each of the different EMS devices to implement an identical stimulation session on different users. This may be especially able, for example, for healthcare professionals (e.g., doctors, therapists, nurses, etc) or other service providers (e.g., trainers) who desires to implement a same stimulation session on others simultaneously or in sequence.

In another example, different EMS devices may be placed on different parts of a user.

The mobile device may transmit a different set of instructions to each of the different EMS devices to implement different stimulation sessions on different locations on the user. For example, EMS device 204 may be placed on or near a peroneal nerve of the user and provide drop foot assistance, EMS device 206 may be placed on or near a quad or hamstring muscle and provide thigh weakness litation, while EMS device 208 may be attached to a forearm of the user and assist in hand rehabilitation. In another example, ent EMS device may be placed on different users. The mobile device may transmit a different set of instructions to each of the different EMS devices to ent different stimulation sessions on ent users. For example, an athletic r may e stimulation sessions to differing individuals that is personalized and/or ed. This may be especially applicable, for example, for healthcare sionals (e.g., doctors, ists, nurses, etc) or other service providers (e.g., trainers) who desires to implement different stimulation sessions on others simultaneously or in sequence.

In some instances, each EMS device (e. g. central body) may be programmed to, or otherwise be configured to communicate with other devices. For example, each EMS device may be programmed to, or ise be configured to communicate with other devices substantially similar to the EMS device. illustrates an EMS device 402 in communication with substantially similar devices 404, 406, 408, 410, in accordance with embodiments. The substantially similar devices may be substantially similar in shape or size to the EMS device. For example, the r devices may comprise a same low profile as the EMS device and may be configured to be unobtrusively coupled to a user. In some instances, the user may undertake normal daily activities while having a plurality of EMS s on him or herself, e. g. under his clothes. Alternatively or in addition, the similar s may comprise internal electrical ents substantially similar to that of the EMS device. In some instances, the substantially similar devices may be identical to the EMS device.

The EMS device may be in communication with the other devices via wired or wireless connection. For example, the EMS device may be in communication with the other similar devices by sending and/or receiving data through a wireless communication channel. In some instances, the wireless communication channel may utilize a frequency (RF) protocol. For example, the ss communication channel may utilize an ANT+, Gazell, or Bluetooth protocols.

In some instances, the EMS device 402 together with the similar devices 404, 406, 408, 410 may comprise a set ofEMS devices 400. A set ofEMS devices may comprise l, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 10, 15, 20, 50, 100, 500, 1000, 2000, 5000, 10000, 20000, 50000, 100000 or more EMS devices. The set of EMS devices may be programmed, or ise conﬁgured to implement one or more stimulation session as further described below. All data recorded or tracked by the set of EMS s (e. g. data ing parameters of a stimulation session or data from a sensor system) may further be conﬁgured to be itted back to the mobile device 420. A set of EMS devices may comprise a master device 402. In some instances, the set of EMS devices may comprise a single master device. In some instances, only the master device may be in ication with a mobile device 420. The master device may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to broadcast or distribute commands to a plurality of other similar devices 404, 406, 408, 410, e. g. via the wireless communication channel. The commands may relate to implementation and/or execution of a stimulation session. Alternatively or in addition, the master device may be programmed, or otherwise red to receive data or signals from each of the other similar devices.

The similar devices may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to receive the commands from the master device. The similar devices programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to receive the commands from the master device may also be referred to as slave devices. The slave devices may receive the commands and implement a stimulation session. In addition, each of the slave devices may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to collect and/or analyze data, substantially as described with t to EMS s above. The data may be data regarding the stimulation session, and/or other data sensed by a sensor system. The collected and/or analyzed data may further be transmitted to the master . In some instance each of the slave devices may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to communicate only with the master device. Alternatively, some, or all of the slave devices may be programmed, or otherwise red to communicate with other slave devices.

The set of EMS devices may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to implement one or more ation ns. In some instances, the set of EMS devices may together implement a single stimulation n. For example, the master device 402 may receive a set of instructions from a mobile device 420. A processing unit of the master device may execute the set of instructions and may further transmit (e.g., broadcast) the set of instructions, or relevant _ 31 _ parts of the instructions, to the slave devices. Each of the slave devices may further execute the received instructions. As a result the set of EMS devices may together implement a stimulation session. In some instances, all devices within the set of EMS devices may implement the stimulation session. Alternatively, a subset of the devices within the set of EMS devices may ent the stimulation session. The stimulation session may comprise differing parameters for the devices 402, 404, 406, 408, or 410. For example, although collectively implementing a stimulation session, devices 402, 404, 406, 408, or 410 may output electrical pulses that differ in parameters such as a stimulation , stimulation intensity, stimulation session number, or other parameters such as stimulation ncies for contractions and rest periods, pulse , duty cycle parameters, ramp up values, ramp down values, burst pulse parameters, stimulation ity, waveform shape, or interphase interval.

Alternatively, the set of EMS devices implement a plurality of stimulation ns. For example, the master device 402 may receive a set of instructions from a mobile device 420. A processing units of the master device may execute the set of instructions and may further transmit (e.g., broadcast) the set of instructions, or relevant parts of the instructions, to a subset of the slave devices. Each of the slave s which received the instructions may further execute the received instructions to ent a stimulation session. Simultaneously or in sequence, the master device may receive a second set of instructions from the mobile device.

The sing unit of the master device may execute the set of instructions and may further it (e.g., broadcast) the second set of instructions, or relevant parts of the instructions, to a second subset of the slave devices. Each of the slave devices which received the second set of instructions may further execute the received ctions to implement a second stimulation session. The set ofEMS devices may ent l, 2, 5, 10, 15, 20, 30, or more stimulation ns. In some ces, the set of EMS devices may implement l, 2, 5, 10, 15, 20, 30, or more ation sessions simultaneously. illustrates a mobile device 502 in communication with a plurality of sets of EMS devices 504, 506, 508, in accordance with embodiments. As shown in a single mobile device may be coupled to a plurality of sets of EMS devices. Each set of EMS devices may be e of implementing one or more stimulation sessions. As an example, a single mobile device may be utilized by healthcare professionals (e.g., doctors, therapists, nurses, etc) or other service providers (e.g., trainers) in implementing stimulation sessions, e.g. across different locations. For example, the ﬁrst set of EMS devices 504 may be located at a ﬁrst location. A service provider may provide an appropriate stimulation program(s) to an end user using his or her mobile device and collect data (e.g., data from a sensor system or data regarding stimulation _ 3 2 _ session) as appropriate. Afterwards, the service er may move to a second location with a second set of EMS devices 506. At the second location, the service er may provide an appropriate ation program(s) to another end user using the same mobile device and collect data (e.g., data from a sensor system or data regarding stimulation session) as appropriate.

Afterwards, the service provider may move to a third location with a third set of EMS devices 508. At the third location, the service provider may provide an appropriate stimulation program(s) to another end user using the same mobile device and collect data (e.g., data from a sensor system or data regarding stimulation session) as appropriate. Accordingly, the conﬁguration provided in may enable a service provider to utilize a single mobile device across various locations, increasing efﬁciency and allowing a centralized platform for capturing data regarding for his or her clients.

An ability of the EMS devices to communicate with one another or with ntially similar devices may enable each EMS device to remain small in proﬁle and unobtrusive such that it can be integrated into everyday life while enabling the collection of EMS devices to provide stimulation sessions that are varied and expansive in scope when necessary. Moreover, the ability to manage and track stimulation sessions with a single mobile device may not only provide efﬁciency and ience for end users but may provide service providers the ability to efﬁciently manage their clients or perform and/or demonstrate professional quality stimulations sessions to their clients who may then use the same unobtrusive EMS s at their own convenience. illustrates a system for implementing stimulation sessions, in accordance with embodiments. Substantially as described herein, the system may comprise a plurality of components, including, but not limited to, one or more EMS devices 601, a mobile device 603, an end user 605, and/or a server 607 as described with respect to In some instances, the system may additionally comprise other users 609. In some ces, the other users may be other users of an EMS device (e.g., a different EMS device from EMS device 601). In some instances, the other users may be interested individuals in EMS devices or electrical stimulation.

In some instances, the other users may be a lized technician, healthcare sional, and/or other e er.

In some instances, the other users may create or devise a stimulation session using the platform (e.g., on the server 607), substantially as described herein. Optionally, the created ation session may be publicly made available for the end user 605 to download. The aded stimulation session may be executed and implemented, substantially as described herein using a mobile device and/or EMS device. In some instances, the publicly made available _ 33 _ stimulation sessions may be categorized or ranked using various parameters, e. g. popularity, download number, etc. Accordingly, the platform may allow users to devise, share, and download custom designed stimulation ns.

In some instances, the other users may create or devise planning or scheduling of various stimulation sessions. For example, the other users may plan stimulation ns on the platform. For example, a sequence or schedule of stimulation sessions to be implemented on a user may be planned, e. g. using the platform. The sequence or schedule may comprise a stimulation ns meant to be ented on a user over time, e.g., over hours, days, weeks, months, etc. The scheduling and planning of the ation sessions may be publicly made available for the end user to download, substantially as described above.

In some instances, the platform may enable other users 609 to plan, manage, track stimulation sessions for the end user 605. In some instances, an t for an end user may be registered and/or managed by other users. Particularly, the platform may be advantageous for e providers who intend to provide customized, ive, and/or varied stimulation ns to a client over a period of time.

As an example, a professional user (e.g., e provider) may ter a new end user that desires to be provided with a plan or customized stimulation sessions. The professional user may register an account for the new end user (e.g., patient account) with the platform or server 607. Alternatively or in addition, the new end user may register his or her account with the platform or server. In some instances, both the professional user and the new end user may have varying degrees of accessibility to the registered account.

The professional user may present a new stimulation session and/or associate the new stimulation session with the t of the new end user, e.g., using the platform. In some instances, the new stimulation n may be a custom designed stimulation session for the new end user. Alternatively or in addition, the new stimulation session may be a preexisting stimulation session ﬁt for a given goal of the new end user. The professional user may additional devise and present a plan for the stimulation sessions for the new end user. For example, the professional user may associate various stimulation sessions to the registered account over time. The professional user may further track statistics regarding stimulation sessions and/or other sensor data transmitted from the user.

From the server, the stimulation plan and/or stimulation sessions may be retrieved to a mobile device 603 of the user. In some instances, the retrieval may occur automatically. atively, the retrieval may occur when requested by the end user, or at set intervals. In some instances, the retrieval may be permitted only once the end user is authenticated or _ 34 _ veriﬁed. For example, using S secure protocols, the end user (e.g., mobile device of the end user) may be authenticated by the server as being an appropriate personnel to retrieve the stimulation plan and/or stimulation session.

The end user 605 may apply the stimulation device 601 to his or her body. The end user may additionally utilize the mobile device and execute a relevant application for lling the stimulation device. In some instances, the end user may select a type of stimulation session. For e, the end user may select a planned stimulation session prepared by the professional user. Alternatively or in addition, the end user may select a casual ation session and/or other preloaded or downloaded ation sessions. The end user may execute the stimulation session and/or manage progression of the stimulation sessions. In some instances, the end user may adjust an intensity of the stimulation session, e.g., using the mobile device. In some instances, the end user may conﬁgure, activate, and/or deactivate the stimulation device, e.g., using the mobile device.

The stimulation device may record data regarding the stimulation n and/or other sensed data. The stimulation device may transmit statistics or data regarding the stimulation session and/or other sensed data to the mobile ation using a communication channel. The transmitted statistics or data may further be transmitted to the platform or server which may be tracked by the professional user. illustrates a method for stimulating a user, in accordance with embodiments.

Method 700 may be an example of a method in which the devices and systems described hout may be utilized in. In step 701, a central body (e. g. of the EMS ) may receive a stimulation program from a mobile device. The central body may have a maximum dimension equal to or less than 10 cm. In some instances, the central body may have a weight equal to or less than 30 gr. The central body may comprise a sensor system programmed, or otherwise configured to sense signals, a processing unit programmed, or otherwise configured to run a stimulation program, and/or a pulse generator programmed, or otherwise configured to generate electrical impulses in response to the stimulation program, substantially as described above. In some instances, the sensor system comprises an accelerometer or a ope.

In step 703, the processing unit of the l body may run, or execute the stimulation program. In some instances, the sing unit may be programmed, or otherwise configured to execute a plurality of different stimulation programs. The ity of different stimulation ms may be user urable. In some instances, the plurality of different stimulation programs may differ in at least one of a stimulation frequency, pulse width, duty cycle parameters, ramp up and down values, burst pulse parameters, waveform shape, or interphase _ 35 _ imamlTmpMMMwﬂMEmﬁmmmmmmmgmmmwbﬁﬂammWMJWManFm example, the different stimulation programs may be to provide drop foot assistance program, for rehabilitation purposes, for recovery, for relaxation, or improved performance.

In step 705, the pulse generator of the central body may generate electrical impulses in response to the stimulation m being run. In step 707, one or more pads in communication with the central body may it the ical pulses, thereby stimulating the user. The one or more pads may be configured to be attached to the user and be in ication with the central MﬂyInwmemewsﬂwcmndbmanymwﬂMewMHMHmemnwmpmbﬁawnw connecﬁon.

In some instances, the method may further comprise sensing signals with aid of the sensor system. The sensed signals may comprise mechanomyography (MMG) readings.

Alternatively or in addition, the sensed signals may comprise other EMG readings or other types ofreadings.

In some instances, the method may further comprise analyzing the signals sensed by the sensor system. For example, MIVIG readings may be analyzed to detect muscle performance FmemmmeNMKhwmmﬁmwbemmwahowwaabwhfmmdﬂmgm. hmmwmmmwﬂwmmmgﬁwmwnﬂwwayHMMMgmmmwmﬁmmwrm some instances, the processing unit of the central body may be programmed, or otherwise configured to stimulate the user and analyze the sensed signals simultaneously or sequentially.

In some ces, the method may further comprise attaching and/or ng the central body from a base unit. The attaching step may occur prior to the running of the MmmmmmmgmrHmemmmwammﬂﬂﬂhmﬂwwoﬂwmmmwﬂgmﬂﬁr WWMmedﬂmmﬂmgwInwmammM%JMdﬂﬂmngmmwcmmmewmw, thigh, or forearm of the user. In some instances, the base unit comprises one or more straps. atively or in addition, the base unit may comprise adhesives.

In some instances, an electric stimulation device for implementing the method 700 may be provided. The device may comprise: a l body comprising: a sensor system programmed, or ise red to sense signals, a processing unit programmed, or otherwise ured to run a stimulation program, and a pulse generator programmed, or otherwise configured to generate electrical impulses in response to the stimulation program, and one or more pads in communication with the central body, wherein the one or more pads are configured to be attached to the user and transmit the electrical pulses, thereby stimulating the user.

In some instances, a system for implementing the method 700 may be provided. The system may comprise: a mobile device, at which the user selects a stimulation program; a central body, at which the stimulation program is received, the central body comprising: a sensor system programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to sense signals, a processing unit programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to run the stimulation program, and a pulse generator programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to generate electrical impulses in response to the stimulation program, and one or more pads in ication with the central body, wherein the one or more pads are conﬁgured to be attached to the user and it the electrical pulses, thereby stimulating the In some instances, the device for implementing the method 700, or any embodiments pKwMaHMmgMMnmwbemthdmakn'Hwkﬁmammmmﬁemwofmemwmw(eg, EMS devices) described throughout and instructions for appropriately placing the device on the mmdnwmammM%JMHMmaMwacmmmeMmMMyﬁmﬁmMAmmmme placements of the device depending on a user’s needs. In some instances, the plurality of different riate placements comprise placement of the device on a knee, thigh, or forearm oﬁMuwrFmemmmdﬂmemammnmyamMnmﬂwwmeEMS®W%Jmmmmum wMMbMymwqumdvammmmoMMuw:mumammM%JMHmemmmw ammunmmWwwmdﬂﬁdwmmmyMumwmwymmwonmmmmInmeMMMm, the instructions may explain or show how the EMS device may be placed under clothes of the user to allow the user to e the EMS device while going about his or her daily activities.

Alternatively or in addition, the kit may comprise any of the devices (e.g., EMS devices) described throughout and instructions for selecting a stimulation program and appropriately placing the device in pondence with the stimulation program. For example, the ctions may explain utility of the device for drop foot assistance and may show and/or mmammEMQﬁw@meﬁwewmwmmwmmw.meWWmmmw additionally explain the utility of the device for performing hand grip analysis and may show WmmmammkMﬁﬂw®W%mﬁwewmwmmwmmwﬁmwme instances, the stimulation program may be a drop foot assistance program and the appropriate placement of the device is on or near a peroneal nerve or calf muscle of the user. In some instances, the stimulation program is a thigh rehab program and the appropriate placement of the dwmwsmamwMHmemgmmdmfmmmmInwmammM%JMmmmmmnm%mm is a hand rehab program and the appropriate placement of the device is on a m of the user. illustrates a method for ating a user with similar devices, in accordance with embodiments. Method 800 may be an example of a method in which the devices and systems described throughout may be utilized in. In step 801, a ﬁrst central body may be placed on a ﬁrst location on the user. For example, the ﬁrst central body may be conﬁgured to be removably attached to a base unit which may be applied or attached to the user. For example, the base unit may comprise one or more straps and/or adhesives. The base unit may se different types of base units conﬁgured for attachment to different targets. In some instances, the different targets may comprise a knee, thigh, or forearm of the user. The ﬁrst central body may be a central body of a deVice such as an EMS deVice, substantially as described throughout. In some ces, the ﬁrst central body may have a maximum ion equal to or less than 10 cm. Alternatively or in addition the ﬁrst central body may have a weight equal to or less than 30 In step 803, a second central body may be placed on a second location of the user. For example, the second central body may be conﬁgured to be removably attached to a base unit which may be applied or attached to the user. For example, the base unit may comprise one or more straps and/or adhesives. The base unit may comprise different types of base units conﬁgured for attachment to ent targets. In some instances, the different targets may comprise a knee, thigh, or forearm of the user. The second central body may be a central body of a deVice such as an EMS deVice. The second central body may be substantially similar to the ﬁrst central body in some ces. In some ces, the second central body may be substantially similar in shape or size to the ﬁrst central body. For example, the second central body may have a maximum dimension equal to or less than 10 cm. atively or in addition the second central body may have a weight equal to or less than 30 gr. In some instances, the second central body may se internal ical components substantially similar to that of the ﬁrst central body.

In step 805, a stimulation program may be ran or executed with aid of a sing unit on board the ﬁrst central body. In some instances, the stimulation program may be a program itted or uploaded from a mobile deVice in communication with the ﬁrst central body. The mobile deVice may be in direct communication with the ﬁrst l body. In some instances, the mobile deVice may be in communication with the ﬁrst central body by utilizing an RF protocol such as an ANT+, Gazell, or Bluetooth Low Energy protocol. The mobile deVice may not be in direct communication with the second central body. Optionally, a plurality of stimulation programs may be ran or executed with aid of the processing unit on board the ﬁrst central body. The plurality of stimulation programs may be ran simultaneously or in sequence.

The plurality of stimulation ms may be identical, or ent from one another. In some instances, the plurality of stimulation programs may be user conﬁgurable and/or user conﬁgured.

In some instances, the plurality of stimulation programs may differ in at least one of a stimulation frequency, pulse width, duty cycle ters, ramp up and down values, burst pulse parameters, waveform shape, or hase interval from one another. In some instances, the ity of stimulation programs may se programs for different purposes. For example, the ms may comprise a drop foot assistance program, rehabilitation program, recovery program, relaxation program, or improved mance program.

In step 807, a command may be broadcast over a communication channel. The broadcast may originate from the first central body. In some instances, the command may be broadcast over the communication channel as a result of running the stimulation program.

In step 809, the broadcast command may be ed at the second central body. For example, a communication channel may exist between the ﬁrst central body and the second central body. The communication channel may be a wireless communication channel and may utilize an RF protocol such as an ANT+ protocol, Bluetooth protocol, or Gazell protocol.

In step 811, electrical impulses may be generated in response to the stimulation program.

In some instances, electrical impulses may be generated at the first central body. Alternatively or in addition, ical impulses may be generated at the second central body. For example, the electrical impulses may be generated with aid of a pulse generator on board the first l body or the second central body.

In step 813, electrical impulses may be transmitted onto the user with one or more pads, thereby ating the user. In some instances, each of the central bodies may interface with one or more pads via wired connection.

In some instances, the method 800 may comprise placing a third central body on a third location on the user. Optionally, additional l bodies may be placed on different locations on the user. In some instances, a subset of the second, third, or additional l bodies may be utilized in a single stimulation program. Alternatively, all of the second, third, and additional central bodies may be utilized in a single stimulation program. In some instances, a subset or all of the second, third, and additional central bodies may be utilized in a plurality of different stimulation programs.

In some instances, an electric ation device for implementing method 800 may be provided. The device may comprise: a central body comprising: a processing unit programmed, or otherwise configured to run a stimulation program, and a pulse generator programmed, or otherwise configured to generate ical impulses in response to the stimulation program, wherein the central body is mmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to l) broadcast a command over a communication channel, and 2) communicate with one or more other bodies substantially similar to the central body, the one or more other bodies programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to receive the broadcast command over the ication channel and te electrical impulses in response; and one or more pads in communication with the l body or the one or more other bodies, wherein the one or more pads are conﬁgured to be attached to the user and transmit the electrical pulses, thereby stimulating the user.

In some instances, a system for implementing method 800 may be provided. The system may comprise: a ﬁrst central body comprising: a sing unit programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to run a stimulation program, and a pulse generator programmed, or otherwise red to generate a ﬁrst set of electrical impulses in response to the stimulation program, wherein the ﬁrst central body is programmed, or ise conﬁgured to broadcast a command over a communication channel, a second central body substantially similar to the ﬁrst central body, wherein the second l body is programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to receive the broadcast command over the communication channel and generate electrical impulses in response, and one or more pads in communication with the ﬁrst central body or the second central body, wherein the one or more pads are conﬁgured to be attached to the user and transmit the electrical , thereby stimulating the user.

In some instances, the device for implementing the method 800, or any ments provided throughout may be provided in a kit. The kit may comprise any of the s (e.g., EMS devices) described throughout and ctions for appropriately placing two or more of the device on the user. In some instances, the instructions may eXplain and/or visually show g two or more of the EMS devices on a single user. illustrates a method for stimulating a user using a server, in accordance with embodiments. Method 900 may be an example of a method in which the devices and systems described throughout may be ed in. In step 901, one or more stimulation programs provided by a server may be received by a mobile device. The server may be as substantially described throughout. For example, the server may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to provide a platform for the user to develop customized stimulation programs. In some instances, custom user ation programs may be uploaded to the server. The one or more stimulation ms ed by the server may be uploaded from users, such as a user of the EMS device.

Alternatively or in addition, the one or more stimulation programs may be uploaded to the server by professional users or service providers, substantially as described throughout. Alternatively or in addition, the one or more stimulation programs may be uploaded to the server by others, such as an entity running the server.

In step 903, the one or more stimulation ms may be received at a central body. In some instances, the central body may have a maximum dimension equal to or less than 10 cm.

In some instances, the central body may have a weight equal to or less than 30 gr. The one or more stimulation programs may be transmitted from the mobile device, e. g. using a communication method such as a wireless communication method. In some instances, the wireless communication method may e an RF protocol such as an ANT+ protocol, oth Low Energy protocol, or Gazell ol. In some instances, any other radio- frequency protocol may be ed.

In step 905, the stimulation program may be executed or run by the central body. For example, a ﬁrmware of the central body may execute the stimulation program. In some instances, the central body may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to run a plurality of different stimulation programs. The plurality of different stimulation programs may be user conﬁgurable at the . In some instances, the plurality of ent stimulation program may differ in at least one of a stimulation frequency, pulse width, duty cycle parameters, ramp up and down values, burst pulse parameters, waveform shape, or interphase interval. In some instances, the ity of different stimulation programs may comprise a drop foot assistance program, litation program, recovery program, tion program, or improved performance program.

In step 907, electrical pulses may be generated at the central body. In some instances, the ical pulses may be generated in response to execution of the stimulation program. In step 909, the electrical pulses may be transmitted onto the user with aid of one or more pads, y stimulating the user. In some instances, the central body interfaces with the one or more pads via wired connection.

In step 911, data regarding the executed stimulation program may be recorded. The data may comprise information regarding stimulation parameters being used, unique IDs of the central body, or a total stimulation session time. In some instances, the data may be recorded on board a memory unit. In some instances, the memory unit may be located on board the central body. Alternatively or in addition, the data may be recorded on board a memory unit of the mobile device. In step 913, the data may be ed to the server via the mobile device. The server may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to record and track the uploaded data for the user. In some instances, the server may be programmed, or otherwise red to provide a display of the uploaded data for the user. illustrates some embodiments of the present disclosure sing producing and providing a tailored stimulation program to a user 1001. In some embodiments, the tailored _ 41 _ stimulation program may be produced and executed by a system comprising one or more processors programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to communicate with one or more application programs Via one or more application program interfaces to obtain and analyze information on the user. In some embodiments, a method as disclosed herein may comprise producing and executing a tailored stimulation program with the aid of one or more processors communicating with one or more application programs to obtain and analyze information on the user.

Generally, a processor may refer to an electronic circuit that performs one or more operations on information or data from a data source. A processor may have a plurality of input/output (I/O) ports for the transmission of information into and/or out of the processor, and the I/O ports may be grouped into a ity of ports of a speciﬁed type. In some instances, embodiments of the present sure may comprise one or more processors. In some instances, the ments of the present disclosure comprise a processing unit, and the processing unit comprises one or more processors. In some ments, a system, a method, and/or deVice as disclosed herein may comprise 1 processor. In some embodiments, a system, a , and/or deVice as disclosed herein may comprise more than 1 processor. Embodiments of the present disclosure may comprise 1 processor, 2 processors, 3 processors, 4 sors, 5 processors, 6 processors, 7 processors, 8 processors, 9 processors, or 10 or more processors. Processors may be physically separate (e.g., 1 processor per chip), or ed together onto the same chip (e.g., le sors per chip). Some ments of the present disclosure may comprise 2 processors ed on a single chip (e.g., a dual-core processor). In some embodiments, 2 processors may be combined on a single chip (e.g., a dual-core processor), 3 processors may be combined on a single chip (e.g., a tri-core processor), 4 processors may be combined on a single chip (e.g., a quad-core sor), 6 processors may be combined on a single chip (e.g., a hexa- core sor), 8 processors may be combined on a single chip (e.g., an octa-core processor), and/or 10 processors may be combined on a single chip (e.g., a deca-core processor). Each of the one or more processors may operate indiVidually or collectively. For example, a system as disclosed herein may comprise 2 processors, and the 2 processors may operate in parallel (e.g., a form of computing where calculations are subdiVided into smaller tasks, assigned to at least two processors by way of a scheduler, and carried out simultaneously).

In some ces, the one or more processors may be located on mobile deVice 1003, such as a cell phone. Non-limiting examples of a mobile deVice include a cell phone, a handheld gaming e, a head mounted display, a headband, a headphone, an implantable deVice, an ible deVice, a mobile computer, a mobile phone, a personal digital assistant (PDA), a portable media player, a smart wristband, a hone, a smartwatch, and a tablet. For _ 42 _ example, a system as disclosed herein may se 2 processors, and the 2 processors may be located on a cell phone. In another example, a system as disclosed herein may comprise a quad- core processor, and the quad-core processor may be located on a head-mounted display. In some embodiments, the central body 1005 of the muscle stimulation device may comprise the one or more processors.

In some embodiments, the one or more processors may be programmed, or ise conﬁgured to communicate with one or more application programs via one or more application program interfaces 1007 in order to obtain and analyze information on the user. In some embodiments, the application program may be running on the mobile device 1003. One category of application programs that may be useful to the embodiments of the present sure are health-related or ﬁtness related applications. Health- and ﬁtness-related application ms are ly used to log or track information on a user (e.g., a number of steps taken). Non- limiting examples of application programs include Apple Health, , Google Fit, e Up, MapMyFitness, Mind Body, Moves, Nike+, RunKeeper, Strava, Under Armour Connected Fit, Wahoo Fitness, Withings, and Wodify. In some aspects, embodiments of the t disclosure may comprise one or more processors that are communicatively coupled with one or more ation programs. A person having skill in the art will iate that one or more processors may be communicatively coupled to one or more application programs if there exists between them a physical (e.g., electronic try) or non-physical (e.g., wireless) link such that information may be transmitted between at least one processor and at least one ation program. In some instances, an application program may refer to third-party programs (e.g., a software component developed by entity other than the inventors of the present application) that may be downloaded and/or executed on a mobile phone. Communication between the one or more processors and the one or more applications may be achieved using at least one application programming interfaces (APIs) 1007. An API may generally refer to a set of routines, protocols, or tools for building software applications that may interact with a given application. In some embodiments of the present disclosure, an API may be used to access information on the user that is obtained by an application program. In some embodiments, the one or more application programs comprise third party programs, and the third party programs may be linked to the user such that the third party program is able to obtain and or receive information on the user. For example, the third party program may be linked to the motion of the user, wherein the third party program uses an accelerometer to measure a number of steps taken by the user. In r e, the third party program may be linked to a third party device (e.g., a smart watch) capable of obtaining information on the user. In yet another example, the third party program _ 43 _ may be linked to the user, wherein the user inputs ation into the third party application. A person having skill in the art will appreciate that each ation program may have a unique API in order to communicate with the application program. ingly, any of the embodiments of the present disclosure may comprise any API necessary to communicate with a given application program in order to access, retrieve and/or obtain ation on a user from the application program. For example, a system as disclosed herein may comprise one or more processors communicatively coupled with a Fitbit application program via a Fitbit API. In another example, a method may comprise, with the aid of one or more processors, communicating with a Strava application program via a Strava API. In some embodiments, an application program may be a custom program. In some embodiments, the API may me a custom application m ace. Any of the embodiments in the present application may comprise one or more processors communicatively linked to one or more custom or third party application programs via a custom API to obtain information on the user.

In any of the embodiments disclosed herein, communication between at least one application program and the API may se an API call. For example, communication between an application program and an API may be initiated by an API call. In some embodiments, an API call may be performed and/or initiated by the application program. In some ments, the API call may be performed and/or initiated by the server. In some embodiments, the server may icate directly with the mobile application. In some embodiments, the server may icate with the mobile application indirectly (e.g., using push notiﬁcations).

In any of the embodiments disclosed , information on a user may comprise information regarding the location of the user or a change in on of the user, information ing the activity of the user, information regarding the health of the user, information acquired by third party devices utilized by the user, and/or any combination thereof. In some embodiments, information on a user may comprise information regarding a location of a user or a change in a location of the user. In some aspects, information regarding a location of a user or a change in a location of the user may be useful for identifying the position of a user, monitoring a route taken by the user, determining the distance travelled by a user, or determining the average speed of the user. For example, a system as disclosed herein may comprise two processors communicatively coupled to an application program that is programmed, or otherwise configured to monitor a route taken by the user, n the information comprising the route taken by the user may be transmitted between the application program and the two processors.

In some embodiments, ation on a user may se an activity of the user. For example, an application on a mobile phone may be used to record the number of calories consumed by the user, wherein the mobile phone comprises a dual-core processor that is communicatively coupled to the application such that the information regarding calorie consumption by the user may be transmitted between the application and the dual-core processor. Non-limiting examples of an activity of a user may comprise a number of steps taken by the user, an acceleration experienced by the user, a phone usage duration by the user, a type of activity performed by the user, a number of calories consumed by the user, a vital sign of the user, a route taken by the user, a workout routine performed by the user, and/or any combination thereof. In one example, a quad-core processor may be communicatively coupled to an application that s phone usage on by the user such that the phone usage duration by the user may be transmitted between the ation and the quad-core processor. A person having skill in the art will appreciate that an activity of the user (e.g., a number of steps taken by the user, or an ration experienced by the user) may be determined in a variety of ways. For e, an application program may be communicatively linked to an accelerometer sensor, wherein the sensor may be used to monitor the change in the acceleration of the user and transmit the information regarding change in acceleration to the ation program, wherein the application program determines if a step was taken. In another example, an application program may obtain information on the distance travelled by a user, and based on an average stepping distance approximate the number of steps taken by the user. In some embodiments, an activity of the user may comprise a type of activity of a user. In some embodiments, a type of ty of a user may comprise running. In some embodiments, a type of activity of a user may comprise walking. In some embodiments, a type of activity of a user may comprise cycling. In some ments, a type of activity of a user may comprise calisthenics. In some embodiments, a type of activity of a user may comprise weight lifting. It should be understood that the exemplary embodiments of types of ties provided herein are not meant to be limiting, and a person having skill in the art will appreciate that a type of activity of a user may refer to a variety actions that can be performed by a user. In some embodiments, an activity of the user may comprise a vital sign of a user. In some aspects, information comprising vital signs of the user may be useful for determining the user’s overall health and providing ck (e.g., real-time ck) to the user information regarding their vital signs. Non-limiting examples of a vital sign of a user include body temperature, blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, pulse oximetry, and any combination f. In some embodiments, an activity of the user may comprise a workout routine performed by a user. A workout e may be a combination of _ 45 _ exercises performed by a user, and/or may se a number of repetitions of a particular exercise and/or a number of sets of tions of a particular exercise. For example, a workout routine may se a user lifting a 30 kilogram weight 10 times (e.g., lO repetitions) and repeating the exercise 5 times (e.g., 5 sets of 10 repetitions).

In some embodiments, information on a user may se information regarding the health of a user. In some embodiments, the health of a user may comprise a health record of the user. In some embodiments, the health record of the user may be ed by the user. In some embodiments, the health record of the user may comprise an electronic health record (EHR).

Generally, a health record of the user may comprise information pertaining to the demographics of the user, vital signs of the user, l history of the user, and medications taken by the user.

In some embodiments, the health of a user may comprise a weight of the user. In some embodiments, the health of a user may comprise a change in weight of the user. For example, a health of the user may comprise the amount of weight lost over a period of time. In some instances, the health of a user may comprise values that are at least in part derived a weight of the user. For example, the health of a user may comprise a body mass index (BMI) of a user.

Application programs as described herein may obtain information from the user directly 1009 (e.g., the user inputs the information into the application program) or indirectly 1011 (e.g., using a third party device 1013, wherein the third party device obtains the ation on a user, and the application program es or retrieves the information on a user from the third party device). In any of the embodiments of the present application, information on a user may comprise information acquired by a third party device utilized by the user. For example, a system as disclosed herein may comprise a smart watch, wherein the smart watch s information on the user and an ation program is programmed, or otherwise configured to obtain or retrieve the information on the user from a smart watch. In another example, a method as disclosed herein may comprise communicating with a with an application m via an API, wherein the ation program is programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to obtain or retrieve the information on the user from a head-mounted display.

In some embodiments, one or processors may be programmed, or otherwise configured to analyze information on the user obtained from the application program, and based on the analysis produce and execute a tailored stimulation program for the user. In one embodiment, one or more processors may be programmed, or otherwise configured to analyze information on the user comprising the user’s recent workout routine, and based on the is produce and execute a tailored stimulation program comprising the stimulation of muscles that may have been sed in the workout routine. For example, a system as disclosed herein may comprise a _ 46 _ quad-core processor programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to analyze information comprising an indication that a user was recently running. Based on this information, the processor may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to recommend a stimulation session comprising recovery ation of the calves and/or quadriceps. In r e, a method as disclosed herein may comprise analyzing ation comprising an indication that a user participated in a strength training session, wherein the biceps were strained. Accordingly, the method may comprise producing, with the aid of a processor, a tailored stimulation session comprising recovery stimulation of the biceps. In yet another example, a system as disclosed herein may comprise dual-core processor programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to analyze ation comprising an indication that a user recently travelled from a ﬁrst location to a second location.

Based on this ation, the sor may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to recommend a ation session comprising a massage m located in the second on.

In some embodiments of the t disclosure, analyzing information on the user may comprise the analysis of a single piece of information on the user (e.g., analyzing the user’s location to recommend a locally ble massage program). In other embodiments, analyzing information on the user may comprise the analysis of multiple pieces of information on the user (e.g., analyzing a number of steps taken by the user and an acceleration of the user to determine if the user is walking or running).

In some instances, a number of predetermined stimulation sessions may be available for the user to select from. In some embodiments of the present disclosure, the one or more processors may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to produce a tailored ation program, based on an analysis of information on the user, alongside one or more predetermined stimulation programs that may be ded, aded from an online database, or designed by the user. In some s, the systems and/or s of the present disclosure may comprise a selection by the user of a stimulation program to be executed by a processor from a plurality of stimulation programs. For example, a system as disclosed herein may comprise a processor programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to produce a tailored stimulation program alongside a plurality of predetermined stimulation programs, wherein the user is able to select a predetermined stimulation program to be executed by the processor. In another example, a method as disclosed herein may comprise producing a tailored stimulation program alongside a plurality of predetermined stimulation programs, wherein the user is able to select the tailored stimulation program to be executed by the processor. In some embodiments, the tailored stimulation m may differ from the predetermined stimulation programs. In some embodiments, two or more of the plurality of different stimulation programs may differ in a _ 47 _ desired effect (e.g., treatment, ﬁtness, performance enhancement, stimulation, etc), application, and/or specific parameters (e.g., stimulation frequencies for contractions and rest periods, pulse widths, duty cycle parameters, ramp up values, ramp down values, or burst pulse parameters, etc). Furthermore, in some of the embodiments of the present disclosure, the plurality of different stimulation programs may be used, individually or in any ation, to provide drop foot assistance to the user, for rehabilitation purposes, for recovery, for tion, or improved performance. Any of the systems and/or methods may further comprise a pulse generator for generating electrical pulses in response to execution of the stimulation program, and one or more pads in communication with the pulse generator, and attached to the user, for transmitting electrical pulses to the user. In some embodiments of the systems and methods disclosed herein, transmission of the electrical pulses to the user may improve a condition of the user. For example, transmission of electrical pulses to the user may reduce pain. In another example transmission of electrical pulses to the user may reduce muscle fatigue. ility in the actuation of an actuatable mechanism can provide a user with greater m to tailor a stimulation program to the user. illustrates some embodiments of the present disclosure comprising s and/or methods for stimulating a user 1101, wherein the user may, via a user interface, affect the state of stimulation in two or more different ways depending on a degree of an input. In some embodiments, an ic stimulation device as disclosed herein may comprise a user interface accessible on an external surface of a l body 1103, n the user interface ses an actuatable ism 1105 programmed, or otherwise configured to affect a state of the stimulation program in two or more different ways depending on a degree of an input. In some embodiments, the device may further se one or more pads in communication with the central body, n the one or more pads are configured to be attached to the user and transmit the electrical pulses in correspondence with the state of the stimulation program. In some embodiments, a method for stimulating a user as disclosed herein may comprise affecting a state of stimulation m in two or more different ways depending on a degree of an input at a user interface, wherein the user interface comprises an actuatable mechanism.

In some embodiments, a device or method as sed herein may comprise at least one actuatable mechanism capable of, upon actuation, affecting the state of a stimulation program. In some aspects, embodiments of the present disclosure may comprise l actuatable ism. In some aspects, embodiments of the present disclosure may comprise 2 able mechanisms, 3 actuatable mechanisms, 4 actuatable mechanisms, or 5 or more actuatable mechanisms. For example, an electrical ation device as disclosed herein may comprise l actuatable mechanism.

In some embodiments, the actuatable mechanism may be a sible mechanism 1105, such as button or micro-switch. In other embodiments, the actuatable mechanism may be a slidable or rotatable ism. In some embodiments comprising two or more actuatable mechanisms, each actuatable mechanism may be separately selected from the group ting of depressible mechanisms, slidable mechanisms, and rotatable mechanisms. In some embodiments, the mechanism may be a physical mechanism. In some ments, the actuatable mechanism may be touch-sensitive 1107. In some embodiments, the mechanism may be a touch-sensitive Virtual ism 1109 (e.g., a l button). In some embodiments, the Virtual mechanism may be Virtually depressible, Virtually slidable, or Virtually rotatable, thereby giVing the on of a physical actuatable mechanism. For example, some embodiments of the present disclosure may comprise a mobile deVice 1111 communicatively coupled with a connection 1113 to an electrical stimulation deVice, wherein depression of the actuatable mechanism Virtually coded in the mobile phone transmits a signal from the mobile deVice to the electrical stimulation deVice thereby affecting the stimulation program. In some embodiments, the connection 1113 may comprise a one-way or two-way wired or wireless connection, such as a WiFi connection, a oth connect, a Bluetooth LE, an ANT+ connection, or a Gazell connection. In some embodiments, the central body 1103 may be attached, adhered, or otherwise coupled to the user 1101 h ng contact 1115.

A person having skill in the art will iate that one or more actuatable mechanisms may be located anywhere on the external surface of an electrical stimulation deVice. In some ments, an actuatable mechanism may be located on the front face of a central body of the electrical stimulation deVice. In some embodiments, an actuatable mechanism may be located on the left side of a l body of the electrical stimulation deVice. In some embodiments, an actuatable mechanism may be located on the right side of a central body of the electrical stimulation deVice. In some embodiments, an actuatable mechanism may be located on the left side of a central body of the electrical stimulation . In some embodiments, an actuatable mechanism may be located on the top side of a central body of the ical stimulation deVice.

In some embodiments, an actuatable mechanism may be located on the bottom side of a central body of the electrical stimulation deVice. In some embodiments, an actuatable mechanism may be located substantially at the center of an external surface of the electrical stimulation .

In some embodiments, actuation of the one or more actuatable mechanisms may permit the user to cycle between a plurality of different stimulation programs. For example, actuation of _ 49 _ the actuatable mechanism may cause an ical stimulation device to switch from executing a ﬁrst stimulation program to a second stimulation program. In another example, actuation of the actuatable mechanism may cause an electrical stimulation device to switch from an off state to executing a ﬁrst stimulation program. In the same example, actuation of the actuatable mechanism a second time may cause the electrical stimulation device to switch from executing a ﬁrst ation program to an off state. It should appreciated that an off state in any of the embodiments disclosed herein may refer to an idle state (e.g., wherein the device may be on but the stimulation m is ) or a d down state (e.g., n the electrical stimulation device is powered off. In some embodiments, actuation of the able mechanism may affect the intensity of the stimulation program. For example, an electrical stimulation device as disclosed herein may comprise a depressible mechanism, and actuation of the depressible mechanism may cause the pulse width to increase. In another example, an electrical stimulation device as disclosed herein may comprise a rotatable mechanism, and rotation of the rotatable mechanism may cause the stimulation frequency to increase. Any of the embodiments of the present invention may se more than on actuatable mechanism, and the actuation of two or more actuatable mechanisms may be required to affect the stimulation program.

In some embodiments, the degree of an input may affect the state of the ation program. Non-limiting examples of a degree of an input that may be varied e the number of inputs (e.g., number of times an actuatable mechanism is actuated and released in succession), the speed of an input (e.g., the speed at which an actuatable mechanism is actuated and/or released), the on of an input (e.g., the amount of time that an actuatable mechanism is actuated), the force exerted for the input (e.g., the force with which an able mechanism is actuated), or the direction of an input. In an of the ments as disclosed herein, an input may comprise actuation of an actuatable mechanism. In one example, an electrical stimulation device may comprise a depressible mechanism, and brieﬂy (e.g., less than half of one second) depressing and releasing the depressible mechanism may pause the current stimulation session.

In another example, a paused stimulation session may be resumed by depressing a depressible mechanism for 1-2 seconds. In yet another example, an electrical stimulation device may comprise a depressible mechanism, and depression of the depressible mechanism for r than 2 seconds may increase the intensity of the current stimulation session. In some embodiments, actuation of the actuatable mechanism may be programmed, or otherwise red to affect the state of the stimulation program in one way. In some ments, actuation of the actuatable mechanism may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to affect the state of the ation program in more than one way, depending on the degree of the input. In some embodiments, _ 50 _ actuation of the actuatable mechanism may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to affect the state of the stimulation program in 2 ways, 3 ways, 4 ways, 5 ways, 6 ways, 7 ways, 8 ways, 9 ways, or 10 or more ways, depending on the degree of the input. In one example comprising an actuatable mechanism programmed, or ise conﬁgured to affect the state of the stimulation program in 2 ways, an electrical stimulation device may se a depressible mechanism, and brieﬂy (e.g., less than half of one second) sing and ing the depressible mechanism may increase the intensity of the t stimulation session by one level, whereas depressing a depressible mechanism for l-2 seconds may decrease the intensity of the current stimulation session by one level. A person having skill in the art will appreciate that the state of the stimulation program may be affected in a variety of ways. Non-limiting examples of ways in which the state of a stimulation program may be affected include pausing of the stimulation program, turning off the stimulation switching to a different stimulation program, resuming of the stimulation program, increasing of an intensity of the stimulation program, and decreasing of the intensity of the stimulation program. In one example, an actuatable mechanism may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to affect the state of the stimulation in 4 or more different ways, wherein the 4 or more different ways comprise pausing of the stimulation program, resuming of the stimulation program, increasing of an intensity of the stimulation m, and decreasing of the intensity of the ation program.

Random modiﬁcation of at least one stimulation parameter between successive stimulation runs, stimulation program phases or levels can prevent muscle adaption to the same electrical ation modalities, and thereby improve the efﬁciency of the stimulation. For e, random modiﬁcation of at least one stimulation parameter may improve fatigue resistance (e.g., endurance). In another example, random modiﬁcation of at least one stimulation parameter may increase force production. illustrates some ments of the t disclosure comprising a method 1200 for stimulating a user comprising a plurality of steps, n each step may comprise one or more sub-steps. One or more steps or sub-steps of the method 1200 may be repeated, omitted, or performed in a different sequence as described herein as appropriate to stimulate the user as desired. In a step 1201, an input regarding one or more stimulation ms may be received by any component of a device or a system as disclosed herein (e.g., an EMS device, a central body, a processor, or a mobile device). In a step 1203, a value of the one or more stimulation parameters may be processed. The sed stimulation parameter may be randomly selected from a predeﬁned range as bed herein. In a step 1205, the stimulation m may be executed with the randomly selected values for the one or more stimulation ters. In a step 1207, the electrical pulses may be transmitted onto a user. In a _ 51 _ step 1209, the predeﬁned range, from which a value of the one or more stimulation parameters may be selected, may be user conﬁgurable. Any of the stimulation parameters in the present disclosure may be randomized within a predeﬁned range. Non-limiting es of parameters that may be randomized include stimulation contraction frequency, rest frequency, stimulation duty cycle, ation pulse width, length or duration of stimulation, burst pulse parameter, ramp up time, ramp down time, or any combination thereof. In one e the contraction frequency may be randomly selected from a value between 80 and 100 Hz. In some embodiments, a single stimulation parameter may be randomized. In some embodiments, 2 stimulation parameters, 3 stimulation ters, 4 stimulation parameters, 5 stimulation parameters, 6 stimulation parameters, 7 stimulation parameters, 8 stimulation ters, 9 ation ters, or 10 or more stimulation ters may be randomized, each within a uniquely deﬁned range for a particular stimulation program. In some embodiments, a subset of 2 stimulation parameters, a subset of 3 stimulation parameters, a subset of 4 stimulation parameters, a subset of 5 stimulation parameters, a subset of 6 stimulation parameters, a subset of 7 stimulation parameters, a subset of 8 stimulation ters, a subset of 9 stimulation parameters, or a subset of 10 or more ation parameters may be randomized, each within a uniquely deﬁned range for a particular stimulation m. In some embodiments, two or more of the plurality of different stimulation programs may differ in a desired effect (e.g., treatment, ﬁtness, performance enhancement, stimulation, etc). ingly, the predeﬁned range for a given stimulation parameter may be different for different stimulation programs. In some embodiments, the predeﬁned ranges may be user conﬁgurable 1209. In some embodiments, the predeﬁned ranges may be preconﬁgured for a particular stimulation program. In one example, ation parameters of one phase of a Strength electrical muscle stimulation program may be varied within the ing ranges: contraction frequency: 80-100 hertz (Hz), rest frequency: 0-5 Hz, contraction time: 3-5 seconds, rest time: 15-30 seconds, pulse width: 200-400 uS, length of stimulation: 20-50 contractions, ramp up duration: 0.5-3 seconds, and ramp down duration: 0.5- 1.5 seconds.

Optionally, the contraction frequency may be equal to or greater than about 20 Hz, 40 Hz, 60 Hz, 80 Hz, 100 Hz, 120 Hz, 140 Hz, or 160 Hz. Optionally, the rest frequency may be equal or or less than about 10 Hz, 9 Hz, 8 Hz, 7 Hz, 6 Hz, 5 Hz, 4 Hz, 3 Hz, 2 Hz, 1 Hz, or 0 Hz.

Optionally, the contraction time may be equal to or greater than about 1 second, 2 seconds, 3 seconds, 4 s, 5 seconds, 6 seconds, 7 seconds, 8 seconds, 9 seconds, 10 seconds, 12 seconds, or 15 seconds. Optionally, the rest time may be equal to or greater than about 5 seconds, 7 seconds, 10 seconds, 12 s, 14 seconds, 16 seconds, 18 seconds, 20 seconds, 22 _ 52 _ seconds, 24 seconds, 26 seconds, 28 seconds, 30 seconds, 32 seconds, 34 seconds, 36 seconds, 38 seconds, or 40 seconds. Optionally, the pulse width may be equal to or greater than about 100 uS, 125 uS, 150 uS, 175 uS, 200 uS, 225 uS, 250 uS, 275 uS, 300 uS, 325 uS, 350 uS, 375 uS, 400 uS, 425 uS, 450 uS, 475 uS, or 500 uS. Optionally, the length of stimulation may be equal to or greater than about 5 contractions, 10 contractions, 15 contractions, 20 contractions, 25 ctions, 30 contractions, 35 contractions, 40 contractions, 45 contractions, 50 contractions, 55 contractions, 60 contractions, 70 contractions, 80 contractions, 90 contractions, or 100 contractions. Optionally, the ramp up duration may be equal to or greater than about 0.1 seconds, 0.2 seconds, 0.5 seconds, 1 second, 1.5 seconds, 2 seconds, 2.5 s, 3 seconds, 3.5 seconds, 4 seconds, 4.5 s, or 5 seconds. Optionally, the ramp down duration may be equal to or greater than about 0.1 seconds, 0.2 s, 0.5 seconds, 1 , 1.5 seconds, 2 seconds, 2.5 seconds, 3 seconds, 3.5 seconds, 4 seconds, 4.5 seconds, or 5 seconds. In some instances, the waveform may be ic waveform. Optionally, the waveform may comprise a sine wave, a square wave, a triangle wave, or a sawtooth wave, or any combination thereof. The waveform may in some instances se composite waveforms.

In some embodiments, a stimulation program may be divided into phases or levels, and each phase or level may comprise a unique set of predeﬁned ranges within which one or more stimulation parameters may be varied. In some embodiments, a stimulation program may comprise a single level. In some embodiments, a stimulation program may comprise 2 levels, 3 levels, 4 levels, 5 levels, 6 levels 7 levels, 8 levels, 9 levels, or 10 or more . In one example, a stimulation program may comprise 3 levels (e.g., a warm up level, a main level, and a cool down level). A stimulation program may comprise a plurality of , and each of the plurality of levels may be separately user conf1gurable. illustrates a blown up view of a portable EMS device 1300, in accordance with embodiments. The device provided in rates one embodiment of the EMS device bed hout (e.g., EMS 200 of . In some instances, the device may comprise, or be formed of one or more parts. For example, the device may comprise an upper casing 1301, a printed t board (PCB) 1307, and a bottom casing 1309. The upper casing, PCB, and the bottom casing may be coupled together to form a central body, substantially as described throughout. In some instances, the upper casing may comprise a button 1303 which may or may not be an actuatable mechanism. In some instances, the button may be a power button ured to turn the device on or off, but alternatively or in addition, may also pause or control a stimulation session.

The device may in some instances be conﬁgured to couple to an electrode 1311. In some instances, the electrode 1311 may be conﬁgured to couple to the device (e. g. bottom casing of the device) via a mating mechanism 1312. Each of the device (e. g. bottom casing of the device) and the electrode may comprise a mating mechanism. The mating mechanism may include, but are not limited to a snap on mechanism or a slide on mechanism. The mating ism may utilize adhesives, magnets, or may allow for form-ﬁt coupling. The mating mechanism may allow for a permanent or temporary coupling. In some instances, the mating mechanism may enable the electrode and device to be removably coupled to one another such that the device can be removed and attached to the electrode as d by a user.

The device may in some instances be conﬁgured to be coupled to wires and/or onal electrodes. It is to be understood that while wires 1313 and additional electrodes 1315 are shown in , it is not meant to be limiting. For example, the wires and additional electrodes may be unnecessary and the device may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to deliver electrical impulses via electrode 1311 which is directly coupled to the device 1300.

Optionally, the device may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to deliver electrical impulses via both electrode 1311 and 1315. In some instances, electrical impulses may be generated on a pulse tor (e. g. on the PCB) and may be transmitted to wires (e. g. cables) via a connector 1305 such as a micro USB connector. The wires may comprise a 2 channel lead cable. The wires may couple to l, 2, 3, 4, 5 or more electrodes, e.g. electrode 1315. In some instances, the electrode 1315 may be conﬁgured to couple to the wires via a mating mechanism.

Each of the wires and the electrode may comprise a mating mechanism. The mating mechanism may include, but are not limited to a snap on mechanism or a slide on mechanism. The mating ism may utilize adhesives, magnets, or may allow for form-ﬁt coupling. The mating ism may allow for a permanent or temporary coupling. In some instances, the mating ism may enable the ode and wires to be removably coupled to one r such that the wires can be removed and attached to the electrode as desired by a user.

In some instances, electrical pulses generated at a PCB 1307 may be itted to a user. The PCB may comprise various components to enable delivery of electrical stimulation to a user. illustrates components of a portable EMS device, in accordance with embodiments. In some instances, the various electronic components may be coupled to, or may be a part ofa PCB 1400. The PCB 1400 may be an e ofa magniﬁed view of PCB 1307 illustrated in . The s electronic components coupled to the PCB (or which is part of the PCB) may include, but are not limited to, a connector (e. g. a micro USB connector) 1401 that enables connection to wires and/or odes, a battery 1403 that provides power to the _ 54 _ EMS device, one or more light emitting diodes (LEDs) 1405, sensor system 1407, a pulse generator 1409, a button 1411, a mating mechanism 1413, a processing unit 1415, and a communication module 1417. Each of the components described herein may or may not be operatively coupled to one another. Each of the components described herein may or may not be electrically coupled to one another.

The various components may enable delivery of a ation session, electrical es, and/or electrical stimulation to a user. As one example, a user may designate a desired stimulation session, and/or may designate desired stimulation parameters using an application on a mobile device. For example, the user may designate a stimulation m targeted to 1) improve muscular fatigue resistance (e. g. build endurance), 2) increase muscular strength and power, 3) improve both muscular endurance and strength, 4) improve muscle recovery (e. g. through increased blood ﬂow), or 5) potentiate muscles. Each of the stimulation sessions may comprise different stimulation parameters, substantially as described throughout. Data or signals may be generated in se to the execution of the application, and may be transmitted (e. g. wirelessly) to an EMS device. In some instances, a ication module 1417 may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to receive the signals and/or data transmitted from the mobile device. The communication module may comprise any component that enables wired or wireless communication. For example, the communication module may comprise a Bluetooth chipset, an a, and/or radios.

The communication module may further relay the s or data to a processing unit 1415, which may comprise one or more processors. The processing unit may in some instances se an application c integrated circuit. The sing unit may in some instances process the data or signals received (e.g., via the communication module). The processing unit may optionally further execute one or more thms to ent a stimulation session. For example, according to the data or signals received, the processing unit may further generate or transmit signals or data to the pulse generator 1409 and/or battery 1403. The pulse tor may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to generate electrical pulses corresponding to the desired stimulation session and/or parameters. For example, the pulse generator may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to generate electrical impulses by accepting t from a battery or an electrical outlet. The generated pulses, or electrical impulses, may be itted to the connector 1401 which may be d to a cable, such as a 2 channel lead cable. In some instances, the connector 1401 may comprise a micro USB connector. The cable may in some instances be further coupled to electrodes. The cables may it the electrical pulses to the odes. The electrodes may further delivery the ical stimulation, or the electrical pulses to a user to implement the stimulation session.

Optionally, the connector may be conﬁgured to be coupled to a cable to recharge the battery 1403 which provides power, or energy, to the EMS device. For example, the battery may provide power or energy to the communication module, the processing unit, the pulse generator, and/or sensor system 1407. The sensor system may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to sense signals from the user. In some ces, the sensor system may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to record signals from a surface of a muscle, e. g. when it is contracted.

The signals may comprise mechanical and/or electrical signals. For example, a mechanomyogram (MMG), or low frequency vibration may be ed and/or recorded utilizing the sensor system. The sensor system may comprise l, 2, 3, 4, 5, or more sensors. The sensor system may comprise any suitable approach for sensing the signals. For example, the sensor system may comprise accelerometers, opes, and/or microphones. In some instances, the accelerometer may be a 3-axis accelerometer. The sensor system may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to sense signals from the user during a stimulation session.

The sensor system may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to sense signals from the user even in the absence of a stimulation session.

The y may provide power in some instances to LEDs 1405. The LEDs may be utilized to provide an indication of the device to a user. The LED may be programmed, or ise conﬁgured to display a plurality of different colors. For example, the LED may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to display different colors depending on a current status of the , e.g., when the device is paused, recharging, g a stimulation session, running out of battery, etc. The light from the LED may in some instances be transmitted to an exterior of the EMS device via one or more light tunnels. Optionally, the light tunnels may be a part of the housing for the EMS device. For example, the light tunnels may be a part of the upper casing or lower casing described in .

The PCB board may further comprise a button 1411. The button may be an example of the simple interface 208 described in The button may be utilized for receiving an input from a user. The button may be utilized for powering on the device and powering off the .

Alternatively or in addition, the button may be utilized for resetting the EMS device, g a stimulation n, ng a stimulation session, and/or adjusting an intensity of the stimulation session.

The PCB may further comprise a mating mechanism 1413. The mating mechanism may be substantially as bed with respect to . In some instances, the mating mechanism _ 56 _ may enable ical impulses to be red to a user. For example, the mating mechanism may allow coupling of the pulse generator with one or more electrodes, and the electrical impulses ted at the pulse generator may be red to a user through the mating mechanism and/or electrodes.

Computer control systems and software The present disclosure provides computer control systems that are programmed to implement the methods of the disclosure. shows a computer system 1501 that is programmed or otherwise conﬁgured to operate an electrical stimulation device (e. g. EMS device). The computer system 1501 can regulate various aspects of stimulation devices, systems and s of the present disclosure, such as, for example, stimulation sessions or stimulation parameters. The computer system 1501 can execute a stimulation program. The computer system 1501 can be an onic device of a user or a er system that is remotely located with respect to the electronic . The electronic device can be a mobile electronic device such as a phone, lPAD, tablet, etc.

The computer system 1501 includes a central processing unit (CPU, also ssor" and "computer processor" herein) 1505, which can be a single core or multi core processor, or a plurality of processors for parallel processing. The er system 1501 also includes memory or memory on 1510 (e.g., random-access memory, read-only memory, ﬂash ), electronic storage unit 1515 (e.g., hard disk), communication interface 1520 (e.g., network adapter) for communicating with one or more other systems, and peripheral devices 1525, such as cache, other memory, data storage and/or electronic display adapters. The memory 1510, storage unit 1515, interface 1520 and peripheral devices 1525 are in communication with the CPU 1505 through a communication bus (solid lines), such as a motherboard. The storage unit 1515 can be a data storage unit (or data repository) for storing data. The computer system 1501 can be operatively coupled to a computer network ("network") 1530 with the aid of the communication interface 1520. The network 1530 can be the Internet, an internet and/or extranet, or an intranet and/or extranet that is in communication with the Internet. The network 1530 in some cases is a telecommunication and/or data network. The k 1530 can include one or more computer servers, which can enable distributed computing, such as cloud computing. The network 1530, in some cases with the aid of the computer system 1501, can implement a peer-to-peer network, which may enable devices d to the computer system 1501 to behave as a client or a server.

The CPU 1505 can execute a sequence of machine-readable instructions, which can be embodied in a program or software. The instructions may be stored in a memory location, such _ 57 _ as the memory 1510. The instructions can be directed to the CPU 1505, which can subsequently program or otherwise conﬁgure the CPU 1505 to implement methods of the present disclosure. es of operations performed by the CPU 1505 can include fetch, decode, execute, and writeback.

The CPU 1505 can be part of a circuit, such as an integrated circuit. One or more other components of the system 1501 can be included in the circuit. In some cases, the circuit is an application speciﬁc ated circuit (ASIC).

The storage unit 1515 can store ﬁles, such as drivers, libraries and saved programs. The storage unit 1515 can store user data, e.g., user preferences and user programs. The computer system 1501 in some cases can include one or more additional data storage units that are external to the computer system 1501, such as located on a remote server that is in communication with the computer system 1501 through an intranet or the Internet.

The computer system 1501 can communicate with one or more remote computer systems through the network 1530. For instance, the computer system 1501 can communicate with a remote computer system of a user (e.g., an athlete, healthcare service worker, or trainer). es of remote computer systems include personal computers (e.g., portable PC), slate or tablet PC’s (e.g., Apple® iPad, Samsung® Galaxy Tab), ones, Smart phones (e.g., Apple® iPhone, Android-enabled device, Blackberry®), or personal digital assistants. The user can access the computer system 1501 via the network 1530.

Methods as described herein can be implemented by way of machine (e.g., computer processor) able code stored on an electronic storage location of the computer system 1501, such as, for example, on the memory 1510 or electronic e unit 1515. The machine executable or machine readable code can be provided in the form of software. During use, the code can be executed by the processor 1505. In some cases, the code can be retrieved from the storage unit 1515 and stored on the memory 1510 for ready access by the processor 1505. In some ions, the electronic storage unit 1515 can be precluded, and machine-executable ctions are stored on memory 1510.

The code can be pre-compiled and conﬁgured for use with a machine having a processer adapted to execute the code, or can be compiled during e. The code can be ed in a programming language that can be selected to enable the code to execute in a pre-compiled or as-compiled fashion.

Aspects of the systems and methods ed herein, such as the computer system 1501, can be embodied in programming. Various aspects of the technology may be t of as "products" or "articles of manufacture" typically in the form of e (or processor) _ 58 _ executable code and/or ated data that is carried on or embodied in a type of machine readable . Machine-executable code can be stored on an electronic storage unit, such as memory (e.g., read-only memory, random-access memory, ﬂash memory) or a hard disk. ge" type media can include any or all of the le memory of the computers, processors or the like, or associated modules thereof, such as various semiconductor memories, tape drives, disk drives and the like, which may provide non-transitory storage at any time for the software programming. All or portions of the software may at times be communicated through the Internet or various other telecommunication networks. Such communications, for example, may enable loading of the software from one computer or processor into another, for e, from a management server or host computer into the computer platform of an application server. Thus, another type of media that may bear the software elements includes optical, electrical and electromagnetic waves, such as used across physical interfaces n local devices, through wired and optical landline networks and over various air-links. The physical elements that carry such waves, such as wired or wireless links, l links or the like, also may be considered as media bearing the software. As used herein, unless restricted to non-transitory, tangible "storage" media, terms such as computer or machine "readable medium" refer to any medium that participates in providing instructions to a processor for execution.

Hence, a machine readable medium, such as computer-executable code, may take many forms, including but not limited to, a tangible storage medium, a carrier wave medium or al transmission medium. Non-volatile storage media include, for example, optical or magnetic disks, such as any of the storage s in any computer(s) or the like, such as may be used to implement the databases, etc. shown in the gs. Volatile storage media include dynamic , such as main memory of such a computer platform. le transmission media include coaxial cables, copper wire and ﬁber optics, including the wires that comprise a bus within a computer system. Carrier-wave transmission media may take the form of electric or omagnetic signals, or acoustic or light waves such as those generated during radio frequency (RF) and infrared (IR) data communications. Common forms of computer-readable media therefore e for example: a ﬂoppy disk, a ﬂexible disk, hard disk, ic tape, any other magnetic medium, a CD-ROM, DVD or DVD-ROM, any other optical medium, punch cards paper tape, any other physical storage medium with patterns of holes, a RAM, a ROM, a PROM and EPROM, a FLASH-EPROM, any other memory chip or cartridge, a carrier wave orting data or instructions, cables or links transporting such a carrier wave, or any other medium from which a computer may read programming code and/or data. Many of these forms of computer readable media may be ed in carrying one or more sequences of one or more instructions to a sor for execution.

The computer system 1501 may be in communication with a stimulation (e.g., EMS) device 1535. Although one ation device 1535 is shown, the computer system 1501 may be in communication with a plurality of stimulation devices, e.g., as described in FIGS. 3 and 5.

The stimulation device 1535 may be as bed elsewhere herein (e.g., EMS 200 of .

The computer system 1501 can include or be in communication with an electronic display (not shown) that comprises a user interface (UI) for providing, for example, one or more controls or input elements to enable a user to control the stimulation device 1535. Examples of UPS include, without limitation, a graphical user interface (GUI) and web-based user interface.

Methods and systems of the present sure can be implemented by way of one or more thms. An algorithm can be implemented by way of software upon execution by the central processing unit 1505. The algorithm may be ed in some instances once an instruction from a user is received (e.g., through the computer system 1501), and may effect operation of the stimulation device 1535. The algorithm can e one or more signals through one or more sensors of the stimulation device 1535, and in some cases adjust the manner in which stimulation is ed to a user through the stimulation device 1535.

In some examples, the algorithm can permit the user to communicate with various application programming interfaces (API’s). The algorithm can execute or implement various aspects of methods provided herein, such as the methods of FIGS. 7-9. For example, the algorithm may be executed to te the instructions (e. g. in form of data or signals) which is then wirelessly transmitted to an EMS device. The EMS device (e. g. processing unit of the EMS device) may further process the instructions to implement or execute various aspects of the methods, such as the methods of FIGs. 7-9. Optionally, the algorithms may be executed to implement in whole, or in part, the methods of the present disclosure. For example, the algorithms may effect implementation of steps 805 h 813 of method 800 in In some ces, the thm may be programmed, or otherwise conﬁgured to determine or select appropriate stimulation parameters to provide an effective ation session. In some instances, the algorithm may be executed to provide random stimulation parameters such that a stimulation session provided to a user is better, or more efficient to achieve a desired effect (e.g., build th, endurance, relax, potentiate muscles, etc).

Optionally, the algorithm may be executed to provide further instructions to the EMS device.

For example, the via execution of the algorithm, instructions may be generated that instruct a sor on board the EMS device to run a stimulation program, and a pulse generator may then _ 6O _ generate electrical es in response to ion of the stimulation program, which is then transmitted to a user. As another example, via execution of the algorithm, instructions may be generated that ct a processor on board the EMS device to ast a signal or command over a communication channel which is received by other EMS devices. The other EMS devices may then run a stimulation program in response to the commands, and a pulse generator of the other EMS devices may then generate electrical es in response to execution of the stimulation program, which is then transmitted to a user.

In some instances, the algorithms may be executed by a third party. For example, the algorithms may be executed by a healthcare provider. The healthcare may provide an input (e. g. an instruction) to a cloud based platform, which may generate an instruction that is transmitted to a user’s mobile device which then executes the thm. Execution of the algorithm may further generate instructions that are transmitted to an EMS device. The instructions may instruct a processor on board the EMS device to run a stimulation m, and a pulse generator may then generate electrical impulses in response to execution of the ation program, which is then transmitted to a user.

The computer system 1501 can execute an algorithm to provide a set of stimulation instructions. Such set of stimulation ctions may be transmitted (e. g. wirelessly) to a ication module of an EMS device 1535 and be received by a processing unit (e.g., of the EMS device). The processing unit may or may not process the set of stimulations instructions and further instruct a pulse generator to generate one or more pulses for transmission to one or more electrodes or pads to deliver a ation session to the user. In some ces, the stimulation device 1535 may generate pulses which are delivered to a user or the stimulation device may direct pulses ted from a pulse generate to the user. The one or more pulses may include at least 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 100, 200, 300, 400, 500, 1000, or more pulses.

As used herein A and/or B encompasses one or more of A or B, and combinations thereof such as A and B. It will be understood that although the terms " "second," "third" etc. may be used herein to describe various elements, components, regions and/or sections, these elements, ents, regions and/or sections should not be limited by these terms. These terms are merely used to distinguish one element, component, region or section from another element, component, region or section. Thus, a ﬁrst element, component, region or section discussed below could be termed a second element, component, region or section without departing from the teachings of the present invention.

The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the invention. As used herein, the singular forms "a", "an" and "the" are intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It will be further understood that the terms "comprises" and/or "comprising," or "includes" and/or "including," when used in this speciﬁcation, specify the presence of stated es, regions, integers, steps, operations, elements and/or components, but do not de the presence or addition of one or more other features, regions, integers, steps, ions, elements, components and/or groups thereof.

Furthermore, relative terms, such as "lower" or "bottom" and "upper" or "top" may be used herein to describe one t's relationship to other elements as illustrated in the figures.

It will be understood that relative terms are intended to encompass different orientations of the ts in addition to the orientation depicted in the ﬁgures. For example, if the element in one of the figures is turned over, elements described as being on the "lower" side of other elements would then be oriented on the "upper" side of the other ts. The exemplary term "lower" can, therefore, encompass both an orientation of "lower" and "upper," depending upon the particular orientation of the figure. rly, if the element in one of the figures were turned over, elements described as "below" or "beneath" other elements would then be oriented "above" the other elements. The ary terms "below" or "beneath" can, therefore, encompass both an orientation of above and below.

While red embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described , it will be obvious to those skilled in the art that such embodiments are provided by way of example only. us variations, changes, and substitutions will now occur to those skilled in the art without departing from the invention. It should be understood that s alternatives to the embodiments of the invention described herein may be employed in practicing the invention. Numerous different combinations of embodiments described herein are le, and such combinations are considered part of the present disclosure. In addition, all features discussed in connection with any one embodiment herein can be readily adapted for use in other embodiments herein. It is intended that the following claims define the scope of the invention and that methods and structures within the scope of these claims and their equivalents be covered thereby.

Claims

WHAT IS CLAIMED IS:

1. A system for tracking and updating stimulation sessions, the system comprising: a server configured to provide one or more stimulation programs; a mobile device configured to receive the one or more stimulation programs from the server; an electric ation device comprising: a central body configured to 1) receive the ation program from the mobile device, 2) e the stimulation program, and 3) generate electrical pulses; and one or more pads in communication with the central body, the one or more pads configured to a) be attached to the user, and b) use the electrical pulses to stimulate the user in accordance with the one or more stimulation programs, n the l body is configured to record data regarding the executed stimulation program and upload it to the server via the mobile device.

2. The system of claim 1, wherein the server is configured to provide a platform for the user to develop a customized stimulation m.

3. The system of claim 1, wherein the data comprises stimulation parameters being used, unique fication of the central body, or a total stimulation n time.

4. The system of claim 1, wherein custom user stimulation ms may be uploaded to the server.

5. The system of claim 1, wherein the server is configured to record and track the uploaded data for the user.

6. The system of claim 5, wherein the server is configured to provide a display of the uploaded data for the user.

7. The system of claim 1, wherein the central body is configured to execute a plurality of different stimulation programs.

8. The system of claim 7, wherein the plurality of different stimulation programs are user configurable at the server.

9. The system of claim 7, wherein the plurality of different stimulation programs differ in at least one of a stimulation frequency, pulse width, duty cycle parameters, ramp up and down values, burst pulse parameters, waveform shape, or interphase al.

10. The system of claim 7, wherein the plurality of different stimulation programs comprise a drop foot assistance program, rehabilitation program, ry program, relaxation program, or improved performance m.

11. The system of claim 1, wherein the l body has a maximum dimension equal to or less than 10 centimeters.

12. The system of claim 1, wherein the central body has a weight equal to or less than 30 grams.

13. The system of claim 1, wherein the central body interfaces with the one or more pads via wired connection.

14. A method for stimulating a user, the method comprising: receiving, at a mobile device, one or more stimulation programs provided by a server; receiving, at a l body, the one or more stimulation programs from the mobile device; executing, at the central body, the stimulation program; generating, at the central body, electrical pulses; transmitting the electrical pulses onto the user with aid of one or more pads to stimulate the user in accordance with the one or more stimulation programs; recording data regarding the executed stimulation program; and uploading the data to the server via the mobile .

15. The method of claim 14, wherein prior to ing the one or more stimulations programs at a mobile device, the one or more ation programs are stored on the server by a second user.

16. The method of claim 15, wherein the second user is a service provider.

17. The method of claim 16, wherein the service provider is a healthcare provider.

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