20240021303. APPARATUS, METHOD AND COMPUTER PROGRAM FOR TREATING BENIGN PAROXYSMAL POSITIONAL VERTIGO simplified abstract (Imperial College Innovations Limited)

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APPARATUS, METHOD AND COMPUTER PROGRAM FOR TREATING BENIGN PAROXYSMAL POSITIONAL VERTIGO

Organization Name

Imperial College Innovations Limited

Inventor(s)

Barry Seemungal of London (GB)

Danilo Mandic of London (GB)

APPARATUS, METHOD AND COMPUTER PROGRAM FOR TREATING BENIGN PAROXYSMAL POSITIONAL VERTIGO - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240021303 titled 'APPARATUS, METHOD AND COMPUTER PROGRAM FOR TREATING BENIGN PAROXYSMAL POSITIONAL VERTIGO

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes an apparatus for treating benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) using a processing unit and a feedback mechanism. The processing unit receives data about a user's maneuver and compares it to a predefined maneuver for treating BPPV. The feedback mechanism provides feedback to the user based on the comparison result, which can be in the form of audio output describing the similarity or difference between the user's maneuver and the predefined maneuver.

  • The apparatus is designed to treat benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV).
  • It includes a processing unit that receives data about a user's maneuver.
  • The processing unit compares the received data to a predefined maneuver for treating BPPV.
  • A feedback mechanism provides feedback to the user based on the comparison result.
  • The feedback can be in the form of audio output, such as intelligible speech.
  • The audio output describes the similarity or difference between the user's maneuver and the predefined maneuver.

Potential applications of this technology:

  • Medical devices for treating benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV).
  • Rehabilitation devices for patients with balance disorders.
  • Virtual reality systems for training healthcare professionals in BPPV treatment techniques.

Problems solved by this technology:

  • Provides a more accurate and objective assessment of a user's maneuver for treating BPPV.
  • Offers real-time feedback to the user, improving the effectiveness of the treatment.
  • Reduces the need for manual observation and interpretation of the user's maneuver.

Benefits of this technology:

  • Enhanced treatment outcomes for patients with benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV).
  • Improved efficiency and accuracy in assessing and treating BPPV.
  • Increased accessibility to BPPV treatment through the use of technology.


Original Abstract Submitted

an apparatus for treating benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, bppv, comprises at least a processing unit and a feedback mechanism. the processing unit is configured to receive data indicative of a manoeuvre carried out by a user and to compare the received data to data indicative of a predefined manoeuvre for treating bppv, and the feedback mechanism is configured to provide feedback to the user in accordance with the result of the comparison between the received data and the predefined manoeuvre. in some embodiments the feedback may be provided as audio output, for example in the form of intelligible speech descriptive of a similarity and/or a difference between the manoeuvre carried out by the user and the predefined manoeuvre. a corresponding method and computer program for performing the method are also disclosed.

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