Low Voltage Electrode Device for Endogenous Testosterone Stimulation

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current testosterone replacement therapies for low testosterone levels in men come with side effects such as rash, itching, and increased risks of prostate issues, and there is a need for methods to safely increase endogenous testosterone production without these complications.

Innovation Solution

A device comprising electrodes placed on the pubic region and scrotum, connected to a power source delivering a voltage of 6 volts or less to stimulate testosterone production, potentially using an undergarment to maintain contact and optional circuitry for voltage adjustment and timing.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Quantity of substance

If testosterone replacement therapy is administered to increase testosterone levels, then testosterone deficiency symptoms are treated, but side effects such as rash, itching, and prostate issues occur

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvetestosterone levelsVSAvoidside effects

Core Design Contradiction:

Quantity of substanceVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The device enables the body to produce its own testosterone endogenously through electrical stimulation of the testes, eliminating the need for external testosterone administration and thereby avoiding all associated side effects while maintaining therapeutic benefits

Inventive Principle:

Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The patent replaces the chemical/pharmaceutical approach (topical gels, injections) with an electrical/physical stimulation approach using electrodes and a power source to stimulate natural testosterone production, thus avoiding chemical side effects

Inventive Principle:

Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

2Power

If high voltage is applied to stimulate testosterone production, then stimulation effectiveness increases, but discomfort and potential tissue damage increase

Engineering Contradiction:

ImprovevoltageVSAvoiddiscomfort

Core Design Contradiction:

PowerVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The device uses low voltage (≤6V) electrical stimulation parameters that are sufficient to stimulate testosterone production while remaining comfortable and safe for prolonged use, optimizing the balance between effectiveness and patient comfort

Inventive Principle:

Principle #35Parameter changes

Solution Approach 2:

The device delivers electrical stimulation in periodic cycles (e.g., 20 seconds on, 40 seconds off) rather than continuous application, which maintains stimulation effectiveness while allowing tissue recovery and minimizing discomfort

Inventive Principle:

Principle #19Periodic action

Data Source

PatentUS8897877B2Method and device for increasing testosterone production in a male

Publication Date: 2014.11.25 FORWARD ROBERT D

AI summary

Described herein is a device and method for stimulating testosterone production in a subject. The device includes a first electrode, a second electrode, and a power source. The first electrode is configured to contact the skin in the pubic region of the subject and is electrically coupled to the power source. The second electrode is configured to contact the skin on the scrotum of the subject and is also electrically coupled to the power source. The power source is configured to deliver about 6 volts or less to the first or second electrodes. The device may further include a snug fitting undergarment for maintaining contact between the first and second electrodes and the subject's skin. The method is directed to the application of a low voltage to the testicles of a subject to stimulate the production of testosterone.