TW201601708A - Method for biomedical system - Google Patents

Abstract

A method for a biomedical system is disclosed. The biomedical system comprises an RFID apparatus and a reader apparatus communicated with the RFID apparatus. The RFID apparatus comprises an electrode disposed adjacent to an acupuncture point and a motion monitoring device comprising an accelerometer, a gyrocompass, or a pressure sensor. The method comprises providing the RFID apparatus with information by the reader apparatus; obtaining acupuncture impedance and electro-potential data through an electrode or providing nerve stimulation therapy by the RFID apparatus according to the command information, or obtaining measurement data using the accelerometer, gyrocompass, or pressure sensor, by the RFID apparatus according to the command information; and submitting the acupuncture impedance data or the measurement data to the reader apparatus by the RFID apparatus.

Description

Method for biomedical systems

The present invention relates to a method for a biomedical system.

The patient will be treated and tested in the hospital. The patient will also move around the hospital area, so the patient will be engaged in different activities. The system used by the existing hospital cannot fully record all the activities of the patient or provide immediate conditions for the patient. treatment. Therefore, the system used by the hospital still needs improvement.

In view of the foregoing, the present invention correspondingly proposes methods of different embodiments for use in a biomedical system.

In one embodiment of the invention, a method for a biomedical system is disclosed. The biomedical system includes an RFID device and a reading device in communication with the RFID device. The RFID device includes an electrode adjacent to an acupuncture point and an action detecting device. The motion detecting device includes an accelerometer, an electronic compass, or a barometer. The method includes the reading device, providing a command message to the radio frequency identification device; the radio frequency identification device is configured to measure acupoint impedance or biomedical potential data through the electrode according to the command message, or provide nerve stimulation treatment; or the radio frequency identification The device uses the accelerometer, the electronic compass, or the barometer to generate measurement data; and the radio frequency identification device transmits the acupoint impedance or biomedical potential data, or the measurement data, to the reading device.

In some embodiments, the method includes the reading device starting timing when the measurement data indicates that the acceleration value in the vertical direction is near zero.

In some embodiments, the method includes the reading device issuing a rescue message when the reading device times for more than one time.

In some embodiments, the method includes: when the measurement data shows a vertical direction When the acceleration value above is close to zero, the reading device provides the most recently recorded location data.

In some embodiments, the method includes: when the measurement data indicates that the acceleration value in the vertical direction is not zero, the reading device determines the position information through the measurement data.

In some embodiments, the method includes: a building information system.

In some embodiments, the method includes the reading device determining a direction of movement based on the measurement data.

In some embodiments, the method includes the reading device providing an indication of a neural stimulation therapy to the radio frequency identification device based on the acupoint impedance or biomedical potential data.

In some embodiments, the method includes the reading device establishing a graph with the acupoint impedance or biomedical potential data.

In at least the above embodiments, the biomedical system can fully record all of the user's activities and/or provide treatment for the user's condition, thereby improving medical quality. In at least some embodiments of the invention.

1‧‧‧Health Medical System

11‧‧‧Reading equipment

12‧‧‧RFID devices

101‧‧‧ transceiver or receiver

111‧‧‧Antenna

112‧‧‧Monitor

121‧‧‧Antenna

122‧‧‧Control/Transformer

123‧‧‧Action detection device

124‧‧‧RFID chip

125‧‧‧Power supply

126a, 126b, 127a, 127b‧‧‧ conductive sheets

128‧‧‧buffer and amplifier circuit

129, 129b‧‧‧ conductive patch

130‧‧‧Double-sided tape

1200‧‧‧Substrate

1201‧‧‧2D

1202‧‧‧Light resistance

Rb, Rc‧‧‧ resistance

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1 is a schematic view of a biomedical system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

2A is a schematic diagram of an RFID device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 2B is a cross-sectional view of Figure 2A taken along the cut line 1000-1000.

3 is a schematic diagram of a transistor driver in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.

4 is a flow chart of a method for a biomedical system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 5 is a flow chart of acupoint impedance or biomedical potential and nerve stimulation treatment according to an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 6 is a flow chart of monitoring the health and behavior of a person according to an embodiment of the present invention.

In at least some embodiments of the invention, a method for a biomedical system can monitor user activity. In at least some embodiments of the invention, a method for a biomedical system that continuously monitors user activity. In at least some embodiments of the invention, a method for a biomedical system provides for treatment by a user. In at least some embodiments of the invention, a method for a biomedical system, Instant treatment is available to the user. In at least some embodiments of the invention, a method for a biomedical system can simultaneously monitor user activity and provide treatment. In at least some embodiments of the invention, a method for a biomedical system can adjust therapy based on data collected. In at least some embodiments of the present invention, the method for the biomedical system is to measure acupoint impedance or biomedical potential data, but the invention is not limited thereto. In at least some embodiments of the invention, a method for a biomedical system is to provide a nerve stimulation treatment, but the invention is not limited thereto. In at least some embodiments of the present invention, a method for a biomedical system is to use radio frequency identification communication (RFID), but the invention is not limited thereto.

Referring to Figure 1, in some embodiments, the biomedical system 1 includes a reading device 11, and an RFID device or tag 12, wherein the reading device 11 and the RFID device 12 are in communication with one another.

Referring to Figure 1, the reading device 11 includes a transceiver or receiver 101 (Transmitter/Receiver). The transceiver or receiver is coupled to the antenna 111 for transmitting data and/or power to or receiving data from the RFID device 12.

Referring to Figure 1, the biomedical system 1 can include a monitoring device 112. Monitoring device 112 can be in communication with a transceiver or receiver 101. The monitoring device 112 can analyze the transceiver or receiver 101, the received data, or provide the transceiver or receiver 101 with the information needed to transmit to the RFID device 12. In an embodiment, the monitoring device 112 displays a warning message after receiving the data transmitted by the RFID device 12. In an embodiment, the monitoring device 112 and the transceiver or receiver 101 are connected by RS-232, but the invention is not limited thereto.

Referring to Figure 1, in some embodiments, the RFID device 12 is an active RFID device. In some embodiments, the RFID device 12 is a passive RFID device. In some embodiments, the RFID device 12 includes an antenna 121. The antenna 121 is used for wireless communication with the reading device 11. The RFID device 12 can include a control/modulator 122 that can be coupled to the antenna 121. The control/modulator 122 can be used to change a carrier wave using a modulating signal, and to extract an information signal (information) from a modulated carried wave signal. -embedded signal).

Referring to FIG. 1, in some embodiments, RFID device 12 can include a rectifier. The rectifier is used to rectify the radio signal received by the antenna 121 Then, a DC power source is generated to enable the "sleep mode" or "passive mode" of the self-power saving of the RFID device 12 to start the system (active mode) operation, and to activate the system (RFID). The backup battery on the upper side drives the RFID device 12.

In some embodiments, the RFID device 12 includes a motion detection device 123. The motion detecting device 123 is configured to provide location information of the RFID device 12.

Referring to Figure 1, in some embodiments, motion detection device 123 includes an accelerometer. The accelerometer can measure the acceleration value of the RFID device 12.

Referring to Figure 1, in some embodiments, motion detection device 123 includes a gyrocompass. The electronic compass can measure the orientation information provided by the RFID device 12.

Referring to Figure 1, in some embodiments, motion detection device 123 includes a pressure sensor. A barometer is used to provide height information for the RFID device 12.

In some embodiments, the motion detection device 123 includes any of an accelerometer, an electronic compass, and a barometer. In some embodiments, the motion detection device 123 includes an accelerometer, an electronic compass, and a barometer.

Referring to FIG. 1, in some embodiments, the RFID device 12 includes an electrode (TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) and Acupuncture (Acupuncture) pad). The electrodes are used to measure the impedance or biomedical potential of acupuncture points, or for stimulation and treatment of nerves.

Referring to Figure 1, in some embodiments, RFID device 12 includes a processor and a memory. The memory stores the programs required by the RFID device 12, and the processor executes the instructions of the program.

Referring to Figure 1, in some embodiments, RFID device 12 can include an analog/digital converter (A/D converter). The analog/digital converter (A/D converter) converts the accelerometer and the inertial sensing signal into a digital signal for transmission to the processor.

Referring to Figure 1, in some embodiments, RFID device 12 can include an amplifier. The amplifier amplifies the inertial sensing signal measured by the accelerometer. In an embodiment, the amplifiers can be Instrumentation Amplifiers.

Referring to Figure 1, in some embodiments, the RFID device 12 can have a filter. Filters are used to filter unwanted components in the signal. This signal can be associated with control/modulator 122, motion detection device 123 or an electrode.

Referring to Figures 2A and 2B, in some embodiments, RFID device 12 includes a substrate 1200. Substrate 1200 is used to carry the circuitry or components of RFID device 12. Substrate 1200 can be a flexible substrate such that RFID device 12 can be bent.

Referring to FIG. 2A, in some embodiments, both surfaces of the substrate 1200 may be vapor-deposited with a layer of cerium oxide 1201 (thickness: 1 to 20 microns), respectively. On the ceria 1201, a positive photoresist 1202 (20 to 100 μm thick) is formed to protect the ceria 1201.

Referring to Figures 2A and 2B, in some embodiments, a wire circuit is formed on the layer of photoresist 1202. The wire circuit is used to connect the antenna 121, the RFID chip 124, the resistor (Rb or Rc), the power source 125, the transistor driver, the buffer and amplifier circuit 128, and the conductive sheets (126a, 126b, 127a, and 127b). (such as accelerometer, compass, barometer, but not shown in the figure), wherein the function of the transistor driver (such as a bipolar transistor (BJT) driver) is to accept the command of the RFID chip 124 from the reading device 11. The message is amplified by current to stimulate the percutaneous nerves and acupuncture points. In some embodiments, the wire circuit comprises chromium, nickel, and gold.

In one embodiment, the two conductive sheets (126a and 126b) or (127 and 127b) may be joined by conductive posts that pass through the substrate 1200.

In some embodiments, two conductive sheets (127a and 127b) serve as ground electrodes; and the other two conductive sheets (126a and 126b) are measured as acupoint impedance (or biomedical potential), or as nerve-stimulated electrodes.

In some embodiments, the RFID wafer 124 can include the processor and memory shown in FIG. In some embodiments, the RFID wafer 124 can include an analog/digital converter, a filter, and a rectifier as shown in FIG. The accelerometer, compass, and barometer can be used in Figure 2B to reduce the area (but not shown in Figure 2a and Figure 2b).

Referring to Figure 3, the RFID device or tag 12 contains all of the elements of Figure 3. The emitter of the above-mentioned bipolar transistor (BJT) driver is connected to a conductive sheet (Acupuncture or TENS Electrode) 126b (or 126a) contacting the meridian acupoint or nerve, and the other conductive sheet 127b (or 127a) is connected. Grounding. However, the base and the collector are connected to a resistor Rb and Rc, respectively, and then to the output of the RFID chip 124 and to the positive terminal of the power supply. In addition, one input end of the buffer and amplifier circuit 128 can be connected to the conductive sheet 126b (or 126a); and the other input terminal is connected to the conductive sheet 127b (or 127a).

Referring to Figure 2B, in some embodiments, two electrodes (126b and 127b) The conductive patches 129 and 129b are attached underneath, and the other portions are affixed with a non-conductive double-sided tape 130 for attachment to a human body such as a hand, a foot or a body.

In some embodiments, a method for the biomedical system 1 is to provide the RFID device 12 to a user. In some embodiments, the user attaches the RFID device 12 to the body, such as the hands, feet or body. In some embodiments, the user attaches the RFID device 12 to the body and covers the conductive patch 129b to an acupuncture point. Referring to FIG. 4, the reading device 11 of the biomedical system 1 provides a command message to an RFID device 12. In some embodiments, the reading device 11 can provide the same command message to the plurality of RFID devices 12. In some embodiments, the reading device 11 can provide different command messages to the plurality of RFID devices 12.

In step S400, the RFID device 12 receives the command message of the reading device 11. In step S401, after the RFID device 12 receives the command message, the RFID device 12 confirms the indication in the command message to determine whether to measure the acupoint impedance (or biomedical potential) data through the electrodes (126b and 127b), and / Or provide nerve stimulation treatment. When the command of the reading device 11 is to instruct the RFID device 12 to measure acupoint impedance (or biomedical potential) data, and/or to provide nerve stimulation therapy, the method performs step S402; and when the reading device 11 does not indicate RFID When the device 12 measures acupoint impedance (or biomedical potential) data, and/or provides nerve stimulation therapy, the method proceeds to step S403.

In step S402, in some embodiments, the RFID device 12 measures the acupoint impedance (or biomedical potential) data based on the received command message. In some embodiments, the RFID device 12 provides nerve stimulation therapy based on the received command message. In some embodiments, the RFID device 12 alternately measures acupoint impedance (or biomedical potential) data and provides neural stimulation therapy based on the received command message. When step S402 is completed, the process proceeds to step S403.

In step S403, the RFID device 12 determines whether to instruct the command whether or not to monitor the health of the person and the state of the action.

In step S404, when the RFID device 12 determines the command to be instructed to monitor the health of the person and the state of the action, the RFID device 12 generates the measurement data using an accelerometer, an electronic compass, or a barometer. In some embodiments, the RFID device 12 utilizes an accelerometer, an electronic compass, a barometer, etc., to produce measurement data for either. In some embodiments, the RFID device 12 utilizes an accelerometer, an electronic compass, and a barometer to generate measurement data.

In step S405, the RFID device 12 will measure the acupoint impedance (or biomedical power) The bit data is transferred to the reading device 11, and then returns to step S400.

Referring to FIG. 5, in step S501, the reading device 11 issues a command to the RFID device 12, requesting the RFID device 12 to measure the acupuncture potential and/or impedance.

In step S502, after the RFID device 12 confirms the indicated command to measure the acupoint impedance (or biomedical potential) data, the RFID device 12 measures the acupuncture potential and/or impedance, and the acupuncture potential and/or impedance. The data is transmitted to the reading device 11.

In step S503, the reading device 11 analyzes the acupuncture potential and/or impedance data.

In step S504, the reading device 11 stores the acupuncture potential and/or impedance data, or files the acupoint potential and/or impedance data.

In step S505, the reading device 11 comprehensively determines whether to perform nerve stimulation treatment or acupoint electrical stimulation according to the measured acupoint potential and/or impedance data or the previous file data.

In step S506, the reading device 11 selects a stimulation signal scheme and transmits the stimulation signal command to the RFID device 12.

In step S507, after the RFID device 12 confirms that the nerve stimulation treatment is to be performed, the RFID device 12 outputs a stimulation signal according to the scheme to perform electrical stimulation on the acupuncture points.

In step S508, after the reading device 11 decides not to engage in electrical stimulation, the reading device 11 analyzes the acupoint potential and/or impedance data and establishes a graph.

In step S509, the reading device 11 and the RFID device 12 stop the operation.

Referring to FIG. 6, in step S601, the reading device 11 issues a command to the RFID device 12, requesting the RFID device 12 to generate measurement data using an accelerometer, an electronic compass, or a barometer.

In step S602, when the RFID device 12 determines the command to be instructed to monitor the health of the person and the state of the action, the RFID device 12 generates the measurement data using an accelerometer, an electronic compass, or a barometer. The RFID device 12 then transmits the measurement data back to the reading device 11.

In step S603, the reading device 11 analyzes the returned accelerator, electronic compass or barometric data.

In step S604, the reading device 11 determines the vertical direction in the measurement data (Z Whether the acceleration on the axis is suddenly reduced or close to zero.

In step S605, when the acceleration in the vertical direction (Z-axis) suddenly becomes small or close to zero, the reading device 11 starts timing.

In step S606, the reading device 11 determines whether the timing exceeds a time. In some embodiments, the reading device 11 determines if the timing is more than 5 seconds (but this is not limited to this creation).

In step S607, when the timing exceeds a time, the reading device 11 issues a rescue signal.

In step S608, when the timing exceeds a time, the reading device 11 provides the most recently recorded location and/or floor information.

In step S609, after the rescue signal is issued, the reading device 11 and the RFID device 12 stop operating.

In step S610, when the acceleration in the vertical direction (Z-axis) has not become smaller or greater than a threshold, the reading device 11 determines the position information based on the measurement data. In some embodiments, the reading device 11 determines the direction of movement of the user based on the measurement data. In some embodiments, the reading device 11 determines whether the user is turning left, turning right, going upstairs or going downstairs according to the measurement data, and determining the new location of the user.

In step S611, the reading device 11 uses the building information system to record the current location and the floor of the user based on the measurement data. In an embodiment, the reading device 11 includes a building information system, but the invention is not limited thereto.

In at least the above embodiments, the biomedical system can fully record all of the user's activities and/or provide treatment for the user's condition, thereby improving medical quality.

The technical content and technical features of the present disclosure have been disclosed as above, and those skilled in the art can still make various substitutions and modifications without departing from the spirit and scope of the disclosure. Therefore, the scope of the present disclosure is not to be construed as being limited by the scope of

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Claims (9)

A method for a biomedical system, comprising: a radio frequency identification device, and a reading device in communication with the radio frequency identification device, the radio frequency identification device comprising an electrode adjacent to an acupuncture point and a motion detecting device The motion detecting device includes an accelerometer, an electronic compass or a barometer, and the method includes: the reading device provides a message command to the radio frequency identification device; and the radio frequency identification device commands the acupuncture point through the electrode according to the message command Impedance or bioelectrical potential data, or providing nerve stimulation therapy; or the radio frequency identification device uses the accelerometer, the electronic compass or the barometer to generate measurement data; and the radio frequency identification device uses the acupoint impedance or biomedical potential data Or the measurement data is transmitted to the reading device. According to the method of claim 1, further comprising, when the measurement data shows that the acceleration value in the vertical direction is close to zero, the reading device starts counting. According to the method of claim 2, the reading device further sends a rescue signal when the reading device is timed for more than one time. According to the method of claim 2, the reading device further provides the most recently recorded position data when the measurement data indicates that the acceleration value in the vertical direction is close to zero. According to the method of claim 1, further comprising: when the measured data shows that the acceleration value in the vertical direction is greater than a threshold value, the reading device determines the position information through the measurement data. The method of claim 1, wherein the reading device comprises a building information system. According to the method of claim 1, the reading device further determines the moving direction of the RFID device according to the radio frequency identification device measurement data. According to the method of claim 1, further comprising the reading device providing an indication of the nerve stimulation treatment to the radio frequency identification device according to the acupoint impedance or biomedical potential data. According to the method of claim 8, the reading device further comprises establishing a graph based on the acupoint impedance or biomedical potential data.