Electric stimulation system capable of telemedicine

Abstract

An electrical stimulation system is disclosed. The electrical stimulation system includes an electrical stimulation device and a user terminal. The electrical stimulation device includes a communication module that receives a control signal from the user terminal, a control module that generates an electrical stimulation signal based on the control signal, and an electrode unit that is attached to the head of the user and outputs an electrical signal corresponding to the electrical stimulation signal. The user terminal includes a control module that generates a control signal to control the electrical stimulation device and generates augmented reality content to guide the user to the attachment location of the electrode unit, a camera module that captures the user and acquires an image, a communication module that transmits the control signal to the electrical stimulation device, and a display module that displays the augmented reality content.

Description

Technology Field

[0001] The following disclosure relates to an electrical stimulation system capable of remote medical care. Background Technology

[0003] Non-surgical brain stimulation is a method of locally stimulating the scalp without using surgical therapy for the treatment of brain diseases, and includes transcranial electrical stimulation (TES) and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). For example, transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) is a non-invasive method of brain stimulation that involves attaching electrodes to the head to stimulate neurons in the cerebral cortex with a weak direct current. In tDCS, positive and negative electrodes in the form of patches are attached to the scalp, and a constant current is applied non-invasively. By regulating the activity state of brain neurons, this electrical stimulation method helps improve brain function and is effective in enhancing cognitive abilities as well as treating mental disorders such as depression and alleviating addiction symptoms. means of solving the problem

[0005] An electric stimulation system according to one embodiment includes an electric stimulation device and a user terminal, wherein the electric stimulation device includes a communication module that receives a control signal from the user terminal, a control module that generates an electric stimulation signal based on the control signal, and an electrode part that is attached to the head of a user and outputs an electric signal corresponding to the electric stimulation signal, and the user terminal may include a control module that generates the control signal for controlling the electric stimulation device and generates augmented reality content for guiding the user to the attachment location of the electrode part, a camera module that photographs the user to acquire an image, a communication module that transmits the control signal to the electric stimulation device, and a display module that displays the augmented reality content.

[0006] The above electrical stimulation device may include a band worn on the user's head and marked with a position identification value to indicate the position of the electrode part.

[0007] The communication module of the above user terminal transmits an approval request signal requesting approval to use the electrical stimulation device to a medical staff terminal via a network, and the control module of the above user terminal can transmit a control signal to the electrical stimulation device to activate the operation of the electrical stimulation device in response to receiving an approval signal from the medical staff terminal approving the use of the electrical stimulation device.

[0008] The control module of the above user terminal can transmit a control signal to the electrical stimulation device to disable the operation of the electrical stimulation device in response to receiving a refusal signal from the medical staff terminal prohibiting the use of the electrical stimulation device.

[0009] The above user terminal can acquire data on the perceived therapeutic effect of the electrical stimulation signal through user input, train a machine learning-based electrical stimulation decision model using the data on the perceived therapeutic effect as training data, and determine the next electrical stimulation signal to be applied to the user using the trained electrical stimulation decision model. Brief explanation of the drawing

[0011] FIG. 1 is a diagram illustrating an overview of an electric stimulation system according to one embodiment. FIG. 2 is a block diagram illustrating the configurations of an electric stimulation device and a user terminal according to one embodiment. FIG. 3 is a drawing for explaining the attachment location of the electrode portion according to one embodiment. FIG. 4 is a drawing for explaining the band of an electric stimulation device according to one embodiment. FIG. 5 is a flowchart of a method for a user to wear an electric stimulation device according to one embodiment. FIG. 6 is a flowchart of an electric stimulation method according to one embodiment. FIG. 7 is a diagram illustrating a method for a user to use an electric stimulation system according to one embodiment. FIG. 8 is a diagram showing an electrical signal generated by an electrode part according to one embodiment. Specific details for implementing the invention

[0012] Specific structural or functional descriptions of the embodiments are disclosed for illustrative purposes only and may be modified and implemented in various forms. Accordingly, actual implementations are not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed, and the scope of this specification includes modifications, equivalents, or substitutions included in the technical concept described by the embodiments.

[0013] Terms such as "first" or "second" may be used to describe various components, but these terms should be interpreted solely for the purpose of distinguishing one component from another. For example, the first component may be named the second component, and similarly, the second component may be named the first component.

[0014] When it is stated that a component is "connected" to another component, it should be understood that it may be directly connected to or joined to that other component, or that there may be other components in between.

[0015] The singular expression includes the plural expression unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. In this specification, terms such as "comprising" or "having" are intended to specify the existence of the described features, numbers, steps, actions, components, parts, or combinations thereof, and should be understood as not precluding the existence or addition of one or more other features, numbers, steps, actions, components, parts, or combinations thereof.

[0016] In this document, each of the phrases such as "A or B", "at least one of A and B", "at least one of A or B", "A, B or C", "at least one of A, B and C", and "at least one of A, B, or C" may include any one of the items listed together in the corresponding phrase, or all possible combinations thereof.

[0017] Unless otherwise defined, all terms used herein, including technical or scientific terms, have the same meaning as generally understood by those skilled in the art. Terms such as those defined in commonly used dictionaries should be interpreted as having a meaning consistent with their meaning in the context of the relevant technology, and should not be interpreted in an ideal or overly formal sense unless explicitly defined in this specification.

[0018] Hereinafter, embodiments will be described in detail with reference to the attached drawings. In the description with reference to the attached drawings, identical components are given the same reference numeral regardless of the drawing number, and redundant descriptions thereof will be omitted.

[0020] FIG. 1 is a diagram illustrating an overview of an electric stimulation system according to one embodiment.

[0021] Referring to FIG. 1, the electric stimulation system (100) may include a user terminal (102) and an electric stimulation device (104). A user (110) can stimulate nerve cells in the cerebral cortex using the electric stimulation system (100). A user (110) can cause an electric current to flow in the brain using the electric stimulation system (100). By using the electric stimulation system (100) to regulate the active state of nerve cells in the brain, the user (110) can help improve brain function and treat mental illnesses such as improved cognitive ability, relief of depression, or relief of addiction symptoms.

[0022] In one embodiment, the user (110) can operate the electric stimulation device (104) by pressing a separate button provided on the electric stimulation device (104) or by inputting an operation command into an application of a user terminal (102) linked to the electric stimulation device (104). For example, the user terminal (102) can input a control command to stop the operation of the electric stimulation device (104) and turn off the power of the electric stimulation device (104).

[0023] In one embodiment, the user (110) may receive assistance in using the electric stimulation device (104) through the user terminal (102). The user terminal (102) may provide the user (110) with a guide for the proper wearing of the electric stimulation device (104). For example, when the user (110) inputs a treatment command for a disease to be treated into the user terminal (102), the user terminal (102) may provide an image or video of the electric stimulation device (104) that should preferably be worn to treat the disease. In one embodiment, the user terminal (102) may provide the user (110) with augmented reality content through a display module for the proper attachment of the electrode portion of the electric stimulation device (104) and / or the proper use of the electric stimulation device (104). The user (110) may check in real time whether the electric stimulation device (104) is properly worn through the augmented reality content provided by the user terminal (102).

[0024] In one embodiment, the user terminal (102) can transmit an image or video containing the process of the user (110) wearing the electric stimulation device (104) to the medical staff terminal (120). The doctor (125) can verify through the medical staff terminal (120) whether the user (110) using the electric stimulation device (104) is an actual patient, and can monitor the process of the user (110) wearing the electric stimulation device (104).

[0025] In one embodiment, after wearing the electric stimulation device (104), the user (110) may request approval from the doctor (125) to use the electric stimulation device (104) through the user terminal (102). When the user terminal (102) receives an approval signal from the medical staff terminal (120), it may transmit a control signal to the electric stimulation device (104) to activate the operation of the electric stimulation device (104). The electric stimulation system (100) can minimize misuse or side effects that may occur due to treatment using the electric stimulation device (104) by determining whether the operation of the electric stimulation device (104) is approved by the doctor (125).

[0026] By using the electric stimulation system (100), the user (110) can safely receive treatment at any time and anywhere under the monitoring of a doctor (125) by carrying the user terminal (102) and the electric stimulation device (104) without having to go directly to a hospital. By using the electric stimulation system (100), the user (110) can save time going to the hospital and save on treatment costs. By using the electric stimulation system (100), the user (110) can properly wear the electric stimulation device (104) and receive efficient treatment.

[0028] FIG. 2 is a block diagram illustrating the configurations of an electric stimulation device and a user terminal according to one embodiment.

[0029] Referring to FIG. 2, the electric stimulation device (210) may include an electrode part (212), a control module (214), and a communication module (216). The user terminal (220) may include a camera module (222), a control module (222), a communication module (226), and a display module (228). For example, the electric stimulation device (210) may correspond to the electric stimulation device (104) of FIG. 1, and the user terminal (220) may correspond to the user terminal (102) of FIG. 1.

[0030] A user (e.g., user (110) of FIG. 1) can control an electric stimulation device (210) using a user terminal (220). A communication module (216) of the electric stimulation device (210) can receive a control signal from the user terminal (220). A control module (214) of the electric stimulation device (210) can generate an electric stimulation signal based on the control signal received from the user terminal (220). The control module (214) can transmit the electric stimulation signal to an electrode part (212). The electrode part (212) is attached to the user's head and can output an electric signal corresponding to the electric stimulation signal.

[0031] The electrical stimulation device (210) can treat a user's disease by outputting an electrical signal through the electrode portion (212). The electrode portion (212) may include an anode patch and a cathode patch in the form of a patch. Depending on the position of the anode patch and cathode patch attached to the user's head, the electrode portion (212) can output current at various locations on the user's head, and the path of current flow within the user's head may vary. The user can attach the anode patch and cathode patch of the electrode portion (212) to appropriate locations depending on the type of disease to be treated. For efficient and accurate treatment, it is important to attach the anode patch and cathode patch of the electrode portion (212) to appropriate locations on the user's head when the user uses the electrical stimulation device (210).

[0032] The user can input a treatment command for a disease to be treated into the user terminal (220). The display module (228) can display a guide image that guides the attachment location of the electrode part (212) corresponding to the treatment command. The user can check the approximate attachment location of the electrode part (212) through the guide image.

[0033] In one embodiment, the control module (224) can generate augmented reality content to guide the user to the attachment position of the electrode portion (212). The augmented reality content generated by the control module (224) may vary depending on the treatment command entered by the user into the user terminal (220). The display module can display the augmented reality content to guide the user to the attachment position of the electrode portion (212). The user can finely adjust the attachment position of the electrode portion (212) through the augmented reality content.

[0034] After the user has completed wearing the electric stimulation device (210), the user may transmit an approval request signal to activate the operation of the electric stimulation device (210) to a medical staff terminal (e.g., the medical staff terminal (120) of FIG. 1) via the user terminal (220). For example, the communication module (226) of the user terminal (220) may transmit an approval request signal to the medical staff terminal via a network to request approval for the use of the electric stimulation device (210). The approval request signal may include at least one of ID information that can identify the user, usage history information on the user's use of the electric stimulation device (210) to date, and video information showing the user having completed wearing the electric stimulation device (210).

[0035] The camera module (222) can capture an image of the user. The communication module (226) can transmit the image to a medical staff terminal. A doctor (e.g., the doctor (125) of FIG. 1) can monitor the process of the user wearing the electric stimulation device (210) or the appearance of the user having completed wearing the electric stimulation device (210) through the image received by the medical staff terminal. If the doctor determines that the user has properly worn the electric stimulation device (210), the doctor can transmit an approval signal to the user terminal (220) via the medical staff terminal to approve the use of the electric stimulation device (210). If the doctor determines that the user has improperly worn the electric stimulation device (210) or determines that the user is not an actual patient, the doctor can transmit a refusal signal to the user terminal (220) via the medical staff terminal to prohibit the use of the electric stimulation device (210). When determining whether the user has properly worn the electric stimulation device (210), the doctor may determine based on whether the positive and negative patches of the electrode portion (212) are attached to the appropriate positions on the user's head.

[0036] When the user terminal (220) receives an approval signal from the medical staff terminal approving the use of the electric stimulation device (210), it may transmit a control signal to the electric stimulation device (210) to activate the operation of the electric stimulation device (210) in response to receiving the approval signal. The electric stimulation device (210) may transmit an electric stimulation signal to the electrode part (212) through the control module (214) in response to the control signal from the user terminal (220) activating the operation of the electric stimulation device (210).

[0037] When the user terminal (220) receives a refusal signal from the medical staff terminal prohibiting the use of the electric stimulation device (210), it may transmit a control signal to the electric stimulation device (210) to disable the operation of the electric stimulation device (210) in response to the reception of the refusal signal. The electric stimulation device (210) may prevent the generation of an electric stimulation signal by the control module (214) in response to the control signal from the user terminal (220) to disable the operation of the electric stimulation device (210).

[0039] FIG. 3 is a drawing for explaining the attachment location of the electrode portion according to one embodiment.

[0040] A user (e.g., user (110) of FIG. 1) may wear an electrical stimulation device (e.g., electrical stimulation device (104) of FIG. 1) differently depending on the condition being suffered. For example, if the user uses the electrical stimulation system to treat depression, the positive patch of the electrode may be attached according to the attachment position of the electrode shown in the first image (310). If the user uses the electrical stimulation system to improve cognitive abilities, the positive patch and negative patch of the electrode may be attached according to the attachment position of the electrode shown in the second image (320). If the user uses the electrical stimulation system to alleviate symptoms of addiction, the positive patch and negative patch of the electrode may be attached according to the attachment position of the electrode shown in the third image (330). If the user uses the electrical stimulation system to treat a stroke, the negative patch of the electrode may be attached according to the position of the electrode shown in the fourth image (340). However, the attachment positions of the positive and negative patches of the electrode part according to the type of disease experienced by the user described in Fig. 3 are merely exemplary, and the attachment positions of the electrode part according to the type of disease experienced by the user may vary.

[0042] FIG. 4 is a drawing for explaining the band of an electric stimulation device according to one embodiment.

[0043] The electrode portion (e.g., electrode portion (212) of FIG. 2) of an electrical stimulation device (e.g., electrical stimulation device (210) of FIG. 2) may include a band (420). The band (420) may be worn on the head of a user (405). The positive patch (410) and negative patch (415) of the electrode portion may each move on the band (420). Position identification values ​​marked on the band (420) may help the user (405) accurately attach the positive patch (410) and the negative patch (415) to the intended positions. Referring to the enlarged view (430) of the band (420), the position identification values ​​marked on the surface of the band (420) may correspond to angle values. A control module of a user terminal (e.g., a control module (224) of FIG. 2) can recognize location identification values ​​attached to the band (420) when generating augmented reality content to guide the user (405) to the attachment location of the electrode part. A display module can display a location identification value corresponding to the location where the electrode part is to be attached. According to an embodiment, an identification code, a unique pattern, or a unique color that can be recognized by the camera module of the user terminal may be marked on the surface of the band (420).

[0045] FIG. 5 is a flowchart of a method for a user to wear an electric stimulation device according to one embodiment.

[0046] A user may use a user terminal to wear the electrode portion of an electric stimulation device (e.g., the electric stimulation device (210) of FIG. 2). In operation (502), the user terminal of the electric stimulation system may output a guide image to guide the user to the attachment location of the electrode portion. The guide image may be an image such as the first to fourth images (310-340) of FIG. 3. The user may check the approximate attachment location of the electrode portion through the guide image output by the user terminal.

[0047] In operation (504), the control module of the user terminal can generate augmented reality content to guide the user to the attachment location of the electrode part. The control module can transmit the generated augmented reality content to the display module of the user terminal.

[0048] In operation (506), the display module can display augmented reality content. The user can adjust the attachment position of the electrode part through the augmented reality content to accurately attach the electrode part to the intended attachment position.

[0050] FIG. 6 is a flowchart of an electric stimulation method according to one embodiment.

[0051] For example, the operations of the electrical stimulation method can be performed by the electrical stimulation system (100) of FIG. 1. In one embodiment, at least one of the operations of FIG. 6 may be performed simultaneously or in parallel with other operations, and the order between the operations may be changed. Also, at least one of the operations may be omitted, and other operations may be additionally performed.

[0052] Operation (602) can be performed after operation (506) of FIG. 5. In operation (602), the user terminal can transmit an approval request signal to the medical staff terminal. After wearing the electrical stimulation device, the user can make user input to transmit an approval request signal to the user terminal to activate the operation of the electrical stimulation device. The communication module of the electrical stimulation device can transmit the approval request signal to the medical staff terminal. The doctor can verify through the medical staff terminal whether the electrical stimulation device is being used by an actual patient and whether the user has worn the electrical stimulation device properly.

[0053] If the physician determines that the user has properly worn the electrical stimulation device or has attached the positive and negative patches of the electrode portion of the electrical stimulation device to the appropriate locations, the physician may transmit an approval signal to the user terminal via the medical staff terminal. If the physician determines that the user has improperly worn the electrical stimulation device, has attached the positive and negative patches of the electrode portion to the inappropriate locations, or has determined that the user wearing the electrical stimulation device is not an actual patient, the physician may transmit a rejection signal to the user terminal via the medical staff terminal.

[0054] In operation (604), the user terminal can determine whether it has received an approval signal from the medical staff terminal. If the approval signal is received from the medical staff terminal (if "yes" in operation (604)), in operation (606), the user terminal can transmit a control signal to the electrical stimulation device to activate the electrical stimulation device. If the approval signal is not received from the medical staff terminal (if "no" in operation (604)), in operation (608), the user terminal can transmit a control signal to the electrical stimulation device to deactivate the electrical stimulation device.

[0055] When the electric stimulation device receives a control signal from a user terminal to activate the electric stimulation device, it may generate an electric stimulation signal based on the control signal. The electrode portion of the electric stimulation device may output an electric signal corresponding to the electric stimulation signal. When the electric stimulation device receives a control signal from a user terminal to deactivate the electric stimulation device, it may not generate an electric stimulation signal, and the electrode portion may not output current.

[0056] The user terminal of the electrical stimulation system determines whether to operate the electrical stimulation device under the monitoring of a physician using a medical staff terminal, thereby reducing instances of misuse and enabling users to receive efficient and accurate treatment. Since the electrical stimulation system can receive physician approval remotely, users can carry the electrical stimulation device and user terminal with them anytime and anywhere, allowing them to receive electrical stimulation therapy without having to visit a hospital in person.

[0058] FIG. 7 is a diagram illustrating a method for a user to use an electric stimulation system according to one embodiment.

[0059] The user (700) can properly wear the electric stimulation device using the user terminal (720). In order to efficiently and accurately treat the disease the user (700) is suffering from, the user (700) must attach the positive patch (712) and the negative patch (714) of the electrode part (710) of the electric stimulation device to the appropriate positions.

[0060] A control module of a user terminal (720) (e.g., control module (224) of FIG. 2) can generate augmented reality content to guide the user (700) to the attachment location of the electrode portion (710). A display module of a user terminal (720) (e.g., display module (228) of FIG. 2) can display the augmented reality content generated by the control module. The user (700) can finely adjust the position of the electrode portion (710) while viewing an augmented reality video (730) containing augmented reality content through the display module of the user terminal (720). The user (700) can adjust the position of the positive patch (712) and the negative patch (714) so ​​that they overlap with the positive patch object (740) and the negative patch object (745) shown in the augmented reality video (730).

[0062] FIG. 8 is a diagram showing an electrical signal generated by an electrode part according to one embodiment.

[0063] A control module (e.g., control module (214) of FIG. 2) of an electric stimulation device (e.g., electric stimulation device (104) of FIG. 1) can generate an electric stimulation signal based on a control signal received from a user terminal. The electric stimulation signal generated by the electric stimulation device may vary depending on the control signal received from the user terminal.

[0064] For example, the electrode portion of the electrical stimulation device can output an electrical stimulation signal corresponding to direct current stimulation as shown in the first graph (810). The electrode portion can output an electrical stimulation signal corresponding to pulsed current stimulation as shown in the second graph (820). The electrode portion can output an electrical stimulation signal corresponding to random noise stimulation as shown in the third graph (830). The electrode portion can output an electrical stimulation signal corresponding to alternating current stimulation as shown in the fourth graph (840). The types of electrode stimulation signals output by the electrode portion are not limited thereto and may vary depending on the embodiment. Additionally, the output strength of the electrical stimulation signal may vary according to the control signal received from the control module.

[0065] The user may experience different therapeutic effects depending on the different electrical stimulation signals output by the electrodes. After completing the use of the electrical stimulation system, the user can input the perceived therapeutic effect through the user terminal. The user terminal can acquire data on the perceived therapeutic effect resulting from the electrical stimulation signals through user input. For example, after completing treatment using the electrical stimulation system, the user can input a graded level of satisfaction with the perceived therapeutic effect.

[0066] The user terminal can train a machine learning-based electrical stimulation decision model using acquired perceived therapeutic effect data as training data. The electrical stimulation decision model learns the perceived therapeutic effect data and the electrical stimulation signals corresponding to that data, and can output an electrical stimulation signal optimized for the user. The user terminal can determine the next electrical stimulation signal to apply to the user using the trained electrical stimulation decision model. By utilizing the machine learning-based electrical stimulation decision model in this way, the electrical stimulation system can provide an optimized therapeutic effect to the user.

[0068] The embodiments described above may be implemented as hardware components, software components, and / or combinations of hardware and software components. For example, the devices, methods, and components described in the embodiments may be implemented using a general-purpose computer or a special-purpose computer, such as, for example, a processor, a controller, an arithmetic logic unit (ALU), a digital signal processor, a microcomputer, a field programmable gate array (FPGA), a programmable logic unit (PLU), a microprocessor, or any other device capable of executing and responding to instructions. The processing unit may execute an operating system (OS) and software applications executed on said operating system. Additionally, the processing unit may access, store, manipulate, process, and generate data in response to the execution of the software. For ease of understanding, the processing unit may be described as being used as a single unit, but those skilled in the art will understand that the processing unit may include multiple processing elements and / or multiple types of processing elements. For example, the processing unit may include multiple processors or one processor and one controller. In addition, other processing configurations, such as parallel processors, are also possible.

[0069] Software may include computer programs, code, instructions, or a combination of one or more of these, and may configure a processing unit to operate as desired or instruct the processing unit independently or collectively. Software and / or data may be permanently or temporarily embodied in any type of machine, component, physical device, virtual equipment, computer storage medium, or device so as to be interpreted by the processing unit or to provide instructions or data to the processing unit. Software may be distributed over networked computer systems and may be stored or executed in a distributed manner. Software and data may be stored on computer-readable recording media.

[0070] The method according to the embodiment may be implemented in the form of program instructions that can be executed through various computer means and recorded on a computer-readable medium. The computer-readable medium may store program instructions, data files, data structures, etc., either individually or in combination, and the program instructions recorded on the medium may be those specifically designed and configured for the embodiment or those known and available to those skilled in the art of computer software. Examples of computer-readable recording media include magnetic media such as hard disks, floppy disks, and magnetic tapes; optical recording media such as CD-ROMs and DVDs; magneto-optical media such as floptical disks; and hardware devices specifically configured to store and execute program instructions, such as ROM, RAM, and flash memory. Examples of program instructions include machine code, such as that generated by a compiler, as well as high-level language code that can be executed by a computer using an interpreter, etc.

[0071] The hardware device described above may be configured to operate as one or more software modules to perform the operation of the embodiment, and vice versa.

[0072] Although the embodiments have been described above with reference to the limited drawings, those skilled in the art can apply various technical modifications and variations based thereon. For example, suitable results may be achieved even if the described techniques are performed in a different order than described, and / or if the components of the described system, structure, device, circuit, etc. are combined or assembled in a form different from described, or replaced or substituted by other components or equivalents.

[0073] Therefore, other implementations, other embodiments, and equivalents to the claims also fall within the scope of the claims set forth below.

Claims

Claim 1 An electrical stimulation system comprising: an electrical stimulation device; and a user terminal, wherein the electrical stimulation device comprises: a communication module that receives a control signal from the user terminal; a control module that generates an electrical stimulation signal based on the control signal; an electrode unit that is attached to the head of a user and outputs an electrical signal corresponding to the electrical stimulation signal; and a band that is worn on the head of a user and has a position identification value marked thereon to indicate the position of the electrode unit, wherein the user terminal comprises: a control module that generates a control signal to control the electrical stimulation device and generates augmented reality content to guide the user to the attachment position of the electrode unit; a camera module that photographs the user and acquires an image; a communication module that transmits the control signal to the electrical stimulation device; and a display module that displays the augmented reality content, wherein the position identification value of the band corresponds to an angle value and is marked on the surface of the band so that an anode patch and a cathode patch included in the electrode unit move on the band and are attached at an intended position, and further wherein at least one of an identification code recognizable by the camera module, a unique pattern, and a unique color is marked on the surface of the band. Claim 2 delete Claim 3 An electric stimulation system according to claim 1, wherein the communication module of the user terminal transmits an approval request signal requesting approval for the use of the electric stimulation device to a medical staff terminal via a network, and the control module of the user terminal transmits a control signal to the electric stimulation device to activate the operation of the electric stimulation device in response to receiving an approval signal from the medical staff terminal approving the use of the electric stimulation device. Claim 4 An electric stimulation system according to paragraph 3, wherein the control module of the user terminal transmits a control signal to the electric stimulation device to disable the operation of the electric stimulation device in response to receiving a refusal signal from the medical staff terminal prohibiting the use of the electric stimulation device. Claim 5 An electric stimulation system according to paragraph 3, wherein the approval request signal comprises at least one of ID information capable of identifying the user, usage history information of the user's use of the electric stimulation device to date, and image information showing the user's appearance after completing the wearing of the electric stimulation device.

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