Intelligent Pain Management System
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A novel pain management system integrating brain activity monitoring with AI, IoT, blockchain, and BCI technologies to provide personalized, real-time therapy adjustments for optimal pain relief.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent, 'Pain management based on brain activity monitoring', demonstrated the effectiveness of using brain activity signals to tailor neuromodulation therapy for pain management. However, it had limitations in terms of real-time monitoring, data security, and personalized therapy planning. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by combining brain activity monitoring with AI, IoT, blockchain, and BCI technologies to create a more powerful and effective pain management system.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The Intelligent Pain Management System consists of a brain activity monitoring module, an AI engine, a neuromodulation module, a cloud-based data repository, and a blockchain-based data storage system. The system collects brain activity data from EEG or MEG sensors and analyzes it using machine learning algorithms to identify patterns indicative of pain. The AI engine generates a personalized therapy plan based on the identified patterns and delivers it to the neuromodulation module for real-time therapy adjustments. The system also integrates with IoT-based environmental sensors to optimize therapy planning. Additionally, the system features a brain-computer interface (BCI) system for real-time feedback to the patient on their brain activity and pain levels.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce the integration of AI, IoT, blockchain, and BCI technologies with brain activity monitoring, which is a significant departure from the original patent. The inventive step lies in the synergistic combination of these technologies to create a more effective and personalized pain management system.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the Intelligent Pain Management System could include using different types of sensors, such as functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) or electrocorticography (ECoG), or integrating with other AI-powered systems for more comprehensive pain management. Variations could also include using different blockchain architectures or IoT protocols to enhance data security and system interoperability.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The Intelligent Pain Management System has significant commercial potential in the healthcare industry, particularly in the fields of pain management, neurology, and psychiatry. The system could be marketed as a comprehensive solution for chronic pain management, offering improved patient outcomes and reduced healthcare costs.
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Biomedical engineering, neurotechnology, and pain management systems focusing on neuromodulation and brain activity monitoring
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer or neurotechnologist with expertise in neural signal processing, medical device design, machine learning applications in healthcare, and advanced sensing technologies
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that integrating AI, IoT, and blockchain technologies with existing brain activity monitoring for pain management represents a predictable technological evolution. The source patent establishes the foundational framework of brain activity-based neuromodulation, making the PTD's additional technological layers a logical and incremental advancement. The core pain management methodology remains consistent, with the PTD merely introducing well-known computational and networking technologies to enhance the existing system's capabilities.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,794 |
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| Title | Pain management based on brain activity monitoring |
| Assignee(s) | Boston Scientific Neuromodulation Corporation |