WO2007104081A1 - Système et méthode pour détecter un événement d'incontinence urinaire - Google Patents

Système et méthode pour détecter un événement d'incontinence urinaire Download PDF

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WO2007104081A1
WO2007104081A1 PCT/AU2007/000271 AU2007000271W WO2007104081A1 WO 2007104081 A1 WO2007104081 A1 WO 2007104081A1 AU 2007000271 W AU2007000271 W AU 2007000271W WO 2007104081 A1 WO2007104081 A1 WO 2007104081A1
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Simon Alan Forbes
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Mind Matters Australia Pty Ltd
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61F—FILTERS IMPLANTABLE INTO BLOOD VESSELS; PROSTHESES; DEVICES PROVIDING PATENCY TO, OR PREVENTING COLLAPSING OF, TUBULAR STRUCTURES OF THE BODY, e.g. STENTS; ORTHOPAEDIC, NURSING OR CONTRACEPTIVE DEVICES; FOMENTATION; TREATMENT OR PROTECTION OF EYES OR EARS; BANDAGES, DRESSINGS OR ABSORBENT PADS; FIRST-AID KITS
    • A61F13/00—Bandages or dressings; Absorbent pads
    • A61F13/15—Absorbent pads, e.g. sanitary towels, swabs or tampons for external or internal application to the body; Supporting or fastening means therefor; Tampon applicators
    • A61F13/42—Absorbent pads, e.g. sanitary towels, swabs or tampons for external or internal application to the body; Supporting or fastening means therefor; Tampon applicators with wetness indicator or alarm

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  • the present invention relates to a system and method of detecting a urinary incontinence event.
  • Urinary incontinence, or enuresis usually takes one of three forms:
  • an alarm unit that includes a sensor for detecting an occurrence of enuresis and an alarm for alerting the child of the unfortunate event.
  • the sensors have previously been placed under the bed sheets, between the child and the mattress, or, alternatively, in the child's underwear. The onset of urination completes a circuit in the sensor which, in turn, activates the alarm to wake the child.
  • Alarm units have previously been housed in basic boxes bearing the maker's trade mark and product name, for example.
  • the alarm units may not be designed with a view to blending in with typical bedroom items. As such, the alarm units may be unfamiliar to children and alien to their bedrooms. Children may not be comfortable using the alarm units and, consequently, the units may not give children the requisite confidence to conquer their bedwetting problems. It is generally desirable to overcome or ameliorate one or more of the above mentioned difficulties, or at least provide a useful alternative. -
  • a method of alerting a person to a urinary incontinence event including the steps of:
  • the method forms part of a treatment for bedwetting.
  • the senor is fitted to underpants of the person.
  • a system for alerting a person of a urinary incontinence event said system for performing the steps of: (a) familiarising the person with a character;
  • the system is used to treat bedwetting.
  • an alarm unit for alerting a person to a urinary incontinence event including:
  • At least part of the alarm unit is housed in a figurine.
  • the figurine is a soft toy.
  • Figure 1 is a diagram of the system for treating enuresis
  • Figure 2 is a diagram showing the electric components of the alarm unit of the system shown in Figure 1 ;
  • Figure 3 is a circuit diagram of the alarm unit shown in Figure 2;
  • Figure 4 is a diagram showing the components of the digital computing device of the alarm unit shown in Figure 2.
  • the system 10 shown in Figure 1 is used to treat children who suffer from enuresis.
  • the system 10 includes:
  • the child 12 is presented with a series of cartoon animations, for example, on the display unit 14 that each include a set of characters.
  • a bedwetting problem of one of the characters is presented during the animated sequences.
  • the sequence uses guided imagery to enable the child 12 to "see” what is presented, not only on the television or computer screen, but more importantly inside his or her own mind.
  • the child 12 becomes familiar with the characters and their problems and learns how the problems may be overcome.
  • the child develops an affinity with the characters and they become role models.
  • the characters show the child how to properly deal with his or her own bedwetting problem.
  • the presentations are preferably animations. However, they could, alternatively, include footage of be real people.
  • the display unit 14 is preferably a television and the presentations are stored on a CD, DVD, or other suitable data storage device that can be displayed on the television 14.
  • the alarm unit 16 can be fitted to a child 12 before he or she goes to sleep, for example.
  • the alarm unit 16 is adapted to detect an occurrence of enuresis as the child sleeps and sounds an alarm to alert the child 12 of the unfortunate event.
  • the alarm unit 16 is housed in the body of a figurine, for example, modelled on a character familiar to the child 12.
  • the alarm unit 16 is, alternatively, housed in any suitable packaging that includes features of the character so that the child is reminded of the character when they look at the unit 16. A detailed description of the operation of the alarm unit is set out below.
  • the books 18 follow a similar format to the visual presentation and are preferably read to the child 12 before bedtime to remind the child of the characters and how they overcame their problems with enuresis.
  • the books 18 create a sense of self belief in the child 12.
  • the book 18 also provides an opportunity for parents and carers to reinforce their belief in the child 12 with positive reassurance.
  • An example of one of the books 18 is set out in Appendix 1.
  • the chart 20 keeps a record of positive achievements of the child 12. Dry episodes are recorded on the chart. Focussing on positives helps to inhibit the negatives of enuresis, whether daytime or night time.
  • the system 10 can be used to treat bedwetting by performing the following method steps:
  • the method uses the identification with the characters in the presentations to create a mind-set of possibilities within the child.
  • a mind-set as bedwetting is not so unusual and bedwetting can be overcome, is one example.
  • the alarm unit 16 is formed in the shape and colour of one of the characters which the child 12 can readily recognise and identify, the character having had a similar problem when younger.
  • the child 12 can develop an affinity with, and empathise with, the character and ultimately with the alarm unit 16.
  • the alarm unit 16 can provide the child with the requisite confidence to overcome his or her problem with bedwetting.
  • the alarm unit being in the shape of the character, looks like any other toy found in a kid's bedroom and, as such, children would not likely be uncomfortable using the unit 16.
  • the system 10 is hereafter described, by way of non-limiting example only, with reference to two characters that are based upon Australian amphibians and reptiles. However, the system 10 could include any other suitable characters with whom the children can develop a relationship.
  • the two characters presented to the children, named Ebb and Flo, are part of the Amphiles group of characters. Ebb and Flo as a name derives from the notion of the ebb and flow of the tide, water coming in and water going out. The aim was to provide some predictability over the times of the ebbing as well as the flowing for children and their families.
  • Amphiles is a word with a meaning derived as follows: phile, a fondness or liking for, and am, the first person part of the verb to be. Amphiles are therefore individuals who like who and what they are. At the completion of the Ebb and Flo program, children will become part of the Amphiles "family", happy with themselves and their achievement.
  • Amphiles is a contraction of amphibians and reptiles: the source of the
  • the alarm unit 16 shown in Figure 2 includes the following electric components:
  • the electric circuit 34 shown in Figure 3 shows a preferred arrangement of the above- mentioned electric components of the alarm unit 16.
  • the electric components may be configured in a variety of ways. For example, they may be any suitable combination of digital processors and programmable logic devices. Alternatively, some of the electric components can be implemented entirely by software to be executed on a microprocessor. Some of the electric components, or parts thereof, may also be implemented by application specific integrated circuits (ASICs). Preferred configurations of the electric components are hereafter described. However, it is anticipated that other alternative combinations could be implemented.
  • the digital computing device 22 has sufficient computational power for the required complexity and speed of digital signal processing.
  • processors or programmable logic may have incorporated some analog electronics functional blocks, as such features are common in the current technology.
  • the digital computing device 22 may include one or more digital ports for communication with external devices and they can be used either to exchange data or upgrade the embedded software and programmable logic even in the field conditions.
  • the entire circuit 34 of the alarm unit 16 is driven by the PIC16F628 micro-controller 22 shown in Figure 4.
  • the digital computing device 22 controls the operation of the sensor 24, the speaker 26, the light source 28 and the vibrator 30.
  • a LM386 amplifier for voice and alarm tones
  • Speaker Output for voice and alarm tones
  • Vibrator for silent notification
  • DIP switch to set user definable settings, the unique sensing circuit, power saving function, and rechargeable batteries.
  • the sensor 24 is attached to the end of a wire lead that connects to the alarm unit 16 via a telephone type RJl 1 connector.
  • the sensor 24 includes two wires that are clipped on to the outside of a child's underwear, each side of the clip being the positive or negative side of a circuit. Moisture on the underwear enables a low voltage and current to flow, completing a circuit and causing the alarm unit to activate.
  • the lead is approximately 75 centimetres in length.
  • the sensor is controlled by the digital computing device (PIC micro) 22.
  • the sensor 24 is turned off by a FET (Field Effect Transistor) 'Ql', meaning that no current can flow at the sensor plates. Every 0.5 second the micro will momentarily turn the sensor 24 on to check it's state, (closed / open, wet / dry) and then quickly turn it off again. This means the sensor 24 is only able to conduct for a very small percent of the time.
  • 'Q2' provides current amplification for the sensor 24 conditioning it for input into the digital computing device (PIC micro) 22.
  • the alarm unit 16 permits the parent or guardian of the child to record a voice message designed to wake the child on detection of enuresis.
  • the electric circuit 34 includes a single chip voice record/play back device 36 that generates the voice recorded message for the sleeping child 12.
  • the device 36 is preferably an ISD 1416.
  • the alarm unit 16 contains a light source, preferably a light emitting diode (LED), that can activate and a vibrating motor that can similarly be activated. These options are enabled via a dipswitch incorporated into the unit 16. This means that the senses of touch, hearing and vision can all be used in any combination or alone.
  • the alarm unit 16 enables each alarm mode to be used individually or in any combination. A choice of audible "squawk" alarms can also be selected instead of the human voice recording option.
  • the digital computing device 22 can turn various circuits ON or OFF as required, creating addition power saving and battery life.
  • the circuits that have this function are the Voice 36, and Amplifier 38 circuits.
  • the voice circuit 36 is only turned on when recording or playing back a voice message and the amplifier circuit is turned on only when needed for playing either a voice recording, or an alarm tone.
  • These circuits 36, 38 are turned on and off via a FET acting as a switch to GND. Even the digital computing device 22 (PIC micro) as a power saving mode that is activated whenever the unit is sitting idling waiting for a sensor event.
  • the system 10 and method for treating bedwetting advantageously detects the urination at its onset and wake a child from sleep using a recorded voice with which the child is familiar such as a parent speaking the name of the child.
  • the alarm unit 16 device also incorporates a vibration motor 30 to stimulate the sense of touch and a light emitting diode to stimulate vision.
  • the system and method can also be used in children suffering diurnal enuresis as it is portable and can be worn with daytime clothing. The various alarm modes can all be altered as required. Sensing urine flow alerts the child to go to the toilet by rousing the asleep child to wakefulness or alerting the awake child to the commencement of urine flow.
  • the system 10 and method is designed to be used as a complete treatment package in conjunction with existing containment strategies such as nappies and so forth being used already by parents or carers, for the time required for a child to become continent, with continence defined as above.
  • the system and method utilises a rechargeable alarm unit 16 that can stimulate hearing via human voice, can stimulate vision via the light source 24, and can stimulate the sense of touch using the vibrator 30, in combination or alone, in conjunction with a character based program and recording system in this way.

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L'invention concerne une méthode pour alerter une personne d'un événement d'incontinence urinaire, comprenant des étapes consistant à familiariser la personne avec un caractère ; à présenter une sonde pour détecter l'événement, la sonde faisant partie d'une unité d'alarme ; à détecter un événement d'incontinence urinaire ; et à alerter la personne dudit événement, au moins une partie de l'unité d'alarme comportant des caractéristiques qui rappellent le caractère à la personne.
PCT/AU2007/000271 2006-03-10 2007-03-05 Système et méthode pour détecter un événement d'incontinence urinaire WO2007104081A1 (fr)

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