Intelligent Finger Fracture Recovery System
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A next-generation finger fracture treatment system that leverages AI, machine learning, and advanced materials to provide personalized, real-time care and optimize healing outcomes.
Background and Problem Solved
Current methods of treating finger fractures are limited by their inability to adapt to individual patient needs and provide continuous monitoring. The original patent's rigid splint design does not allow for real-time adjustments, restricting the use of other parts of the hand and potentially hindering optimal healing. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by integrating AI, machine learning, and advanced materials to create a personalized, adaptive, and connected finger fracture recovery system.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The intelligent finger fracture recovery system comprises a wearable device with an integrated AI module that continuously monitors finger movement and adjusts splint tension in real-time to optimize healing. The system utilizes machine learning algorithms to analyze a patient's finger anatomy and generate a customized splint design, which is then fabricated using 3D printing technology. The modular design allows for interchangeable splint modules with varying degrees of flexibility, enabling healthcare professionals to adapt the splint to a patient's specific finger fracture and recovery needs. Integrated sensors track a patient's finger movement, temperature, and pressure, providing real-time feedback to healthcare professionals to optimize treatment and prevent complications. The system is connected to a cloud-based database of patient finger anatomy and recovery data, which is analyzed by a machine learning engine to predict optimal treatment outcomes and provide personalized recommendations to healthcare professionals.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new inventive concept introduces a paradigm shift in finger fracture treatment by integrating AI, machine learning, and advanced materials to create a personalized, adaptive, and connected system. The use of real-time monitoring, customized splint design, and modular flexibility represents a significant departure from the rigid, one-size-fits-all approach of the original patent.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include variations in sensor types, AI algorithms, and materials used. For example, the system could incorporate haptic feedback, electrical stimulation, or other forms of therapy to enhance the recovery process. The modular design could be adapted for use in other areas of the body, such as the wrist or ankle.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The intelligent finger fracture recovery system has significant commercial potential in the healthcare industry, particularly in orthopedic and sports medicine markets. The system's ability to provide personalized, real-time care and optimize healing outcomes could lead to increased adoption and market share. Additionally, the system's connected nature and cloud-based database could generate revenue through subscription-based services and data analytics.
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 focused on hand and finger fracture treatment devices, requiring expertise in biomechanical engineering, materials science, and medical device fabrication
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer or orthopedic device designer with advanced degree, 3-5 years professional experience, familiar with medical device prototyping, biomaterials, and adaptive design principles for patient-specific medical interventions
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that integrating digital monitoring, adaptive materials, and personalized design into the existing fracture brace concept represents a predictable technological evolution. The source patent's fundamental structure of multi-point finger contact and modular design provides a clear technological foundation for incorporating advanced sensing and AI-driven customization. The PTD's innovations represent logical extensions of existing medical device design principles, utilizing well-established technologies like machine learning, 3D printing, and sensor integration.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,447 |
|---|---|
| Title | Brace for reducing and stabilizing fracture in human hand |