Smart Fracture Stabilization System
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A wearable device integrating a patented fracture brace with AI, IoT, and blockchain technologies to provide real-time feedback, optimize treatment, and securely store patient data.
Background and Problem Solved
Current methods of treating finger fractures are inadequate, restricting hand use and compromising optimal healing. The original patent introduced a novel fracture brace, but it lacked real-time monitoring and data-driven treatment optimization. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by integrating distinct technologies to create a more powerful system.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The Smart Fracture Stabilization System comprises a wearable device featuring the patented fracture brace with a splint configured to contact a finger at three spaced-apart locations. The system integrates a sensor for detecting finger movement, providing real-time feedback to the user. Additionally, it incorporates an AI-powered algorithm for predicting optimal treatment pathways based on patient data and finger movement patterns. The system also utilizes a blockchain-based platform for securely storing and sharing patient data. This synergistic combination enables personalized treatment plans, remote monitoring, and data-driven recovery optimization.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new inventive concept's novelty lies in the integration of the patented fracture brace with AI, IoT, and blockchain technologies, providing a holistic system for fracture stabilization and recovery. The inventive step is the synergistic combination of these distinct technologies to create a more powerful system, which is non-obvious compared to the original patent.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments could include varying sensor types, AI algorithm modifications, or blockchain platform integrations. Variations could also involve adapting the system for different types of fractures or injuries, or integrating additional features such as virtual reality rehabilitation tools.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The Smart Fracture Stabilization System has significant commercial potential in the healthcare and medical device industries, particularly in the fields of orthopedics, sports medicine, and physical therapy. The system's ability to optimize treatment and reduce recovery time could lead to widespread adoption in hospitals, clinics, and rehabilitation centers.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61F5/0118 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Medical Device Design and Orthopedic Assistive Technologies, specifically hand and finger fracture stabilization systems, requiring expertise in biomechanical engineering, materials science, and medical device integration
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer or orthopedic device designer with advanced degree, familiar with medical device design principles, sensor technologies, and rehabilitation engineering techniques
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that integrating digital technologies like sensors, AI, and blockchain with existing fracture stabilization devices represents a predictable technological evolution. The fundamental mechanical design of the fracture brace remains consistent with the source patent, while digital enhancements provide incremental improvements in patient monitoring and treatment optimization. These technological integrations represent standard design approaches for modernizing medical assistive devices.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,447 |
|---|---|
| Title | Brace for reducing and stabilizing fracture in human hand |