Remote Bilateral Tactile Stimulation With Synchronized Internet Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current bilateral stimulation therapy systems require the therapist and subject to be in the same location, limiting their use for individuals in remote or extreme environments, such as military personnel with PTSD.
Innovation Solution
A remotely controlled internet accessible therapy system using mobile devices with processors programmed to transmit and receive audio and pulse control information wirelessly, enabling therapists to deliver bilateral alternating tactile stimulation therapy over the internet or through pre-recorded sessions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If therapists and clients are required to be in the same room for therapy sessions, then therapy delivery is simple and direct, but accessibility for remote individuals is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces an internet-based communication system as an intermediary between therapist and client, allowing therapy delivery across remote locations. The system uses mobile devices with applications that transmit audio and control signals through internet connectivity, enabling therapists to deliver bilateral alternating tactile stimulation therapy without physical presence while maintaining therapeutic effectiveness
Solution Approach 2:
The therapy system is segmented into independent components: therapist mobile device with control application, client mobile device with receiving application, pulsating devices, and internet communication infrastructure. This segmentation allows each component to function independently and be optimized separately, reducing overall system complexity while enabling remote operation
2Ease of operation
If corded pulsating devices are used for therapy, then control and synchronization are precise, but portability and remote access are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces mechanical corded connections with wireless communication systems. Mobile devices use internet-based data transmission to send control signals and audio information to pulsating devices, eliminating physical cables while maintaining reliable control through digital communication protocols and wireless connectivity
3Measurement precision
If high-fidelity audio synchronization is required for therapy, then treatment effectiveness is improved, but system complexity and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The system incorporates feedback mechanisms where the mobile device applications continuously monitor and adjust audio synchronization timing. The therapist's device sends synchronized control signals and audio information, and the system automatically adjusts timing based on received signals, ensuring precise synchronization without requiring complex manual calibration or expensive specialized equipment
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables therapists to provide therapy to remote subjects, allowing for self-conducted sessions, thus overcoming geographical barriers and providing therapy to individuals in challenging environments.
Implementation Method 1
a first pair of pulsating devices wirelessly coupled to the second mobile device... transmit the alternating pulsation signals to the pair of pulsating devices
Data Source
AI summary
A method for streaming a bilateral alternating tactile stimulation (BLS) session on the Internet including operating a first processor at a first location to execute a program starting a therapeutic session linked to an Internet website. The therapeutic session is streamed through the Internet website. A second processor operates at a second location remotely located relatively to the first location to link to the therapeutic session. Video and/or audio are is transmitted from the first location to the second location through the Internet website. a series of BLS signals are transmitted from the first location. The series of BLS signals are synchronized with the transmission between the first location and the second location. Internet communications are transmitted and received from the second location through the Internet website. The synchronized BLS signals are received at the second location.