Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION
[001] The present invention relates to the field of neurological stimulation and more particularly, the present invention relates to the exteroceptive stocking device for sensory stimulation in the form of vibration at the motor points. The device provides vibration to patients those require sensory integration therapy.
BACKGROUND FOR THE INVENTION:
[002] The following discussion of the background to the invention is intended to facilitate an understanding of the present invention. However, it should be appreciated that the discussion is not an acknowledgment or admission that any of the material referred to was published, known, or part of the common general knowledge in any jurisdiction as of the priority date of the application. The details provided herein the background if belongs to any publication is taken only as a reference for describing the problems, in general terminologies or principles or both of science and technology in the associated prior art.
[003] The present practices uses manual intervention using cotton buds for light touch and for vibration, generally it is done by hand. This practice is only limited to few minutes and continuous intervention cannot be provided manually. The manual intervention also depends on therapist skill, few practitioner provide vibration by hand. Sensory intervention is required sometimes thrice a day or even more and in some cases the care giver may forget to do intervention as advised by physiotherapist.
[004] There are cases of spinal cord injury or CVA, where some patients complain of sensory loss, so this present invention will provide the continuous sensory input at regular interval to improve the sensory function. As we know without sensory input, it is difficult to get the motor response. It may be helpful in case of flaccid paralysis in adult and pediatric patients, as continuous sensory input at regular interval will initiate the tone in such patients, as without tone it is very difficult to get motor response.
[005] In light of the foregoing, there is a need for the Exteroceptive stockings for neurological stimulation in lower limb that overcomes problems prevalent in the prior art.
OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION:
[006] Some of the objects of the present disclosure, which at least one embodiment herein satisfies, are as follows.
[007] The principal object of the present invention is to overcome the disadvantages of the manual intervention for sensory stimulation.
[008] An object of the present invention is to provide the devise for “Stroke patient” in High dependency unit or in ICU where continuous intervention is required, at that time this present invention may become very useful.
[009] Another object of the present invention is to provide the present invention for Spinal cord injury patients which useful in wards for those who require vigorous sensory intervention.
[010] Another object of the present invention is that it may be useful for preventing “Deep Vein Thrombosis” in patients admitted in ICU or prolong bed ridden conditions.
[011] Another object of the present invention is that it prevents the chance of cross infection in ICU as each patient can have their own stockings.
[012] Other objects and advantages of the present disclosure will be more apparent from the following description, which is not intended to limit the scope of the present disclosure.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION:
[013] The present invention provides exteroceptive stockings for neurological stimulation in lower limb. Treating patients in wards and OPD in case of sensation degradation in various conditions such as Stroke, Spinal cord injury and without sensory, it is difficult to get motor response.
[014] The current invention can be moved easily from one position to another as required. The current invention can be used according to patient requirement. All the stockings (Ankle stocking, Leg stocking and Thigh stocking) are unique in nature and not interchangeable as the location of vibrator is precise. The current invention can be manufactured at a reasonable cost. The current invention will be extremely durable. Placement of vibrator in the current invention are precisely placed with the knowledge of Anatomy for the given body parts. The current invention is patient friendly and structurally adaptive for all the three stocking. All the stocking have precise motor points targeting effective sensory stimulation. Wide range of conditions varying from sports rehabilitation, musculoskeletal rehabilitation, neurogenic rehabilitation, geriatric condition preventing falls, pediatric condition such as Flaccid CP, balance can be achieved through all the three stockings. The current invention is totally safe and shock proof.
[015] In one aspect of the present invention, the device incudes Multiple Vibrators (1) for motor points targeting effective sensory stimulation; wires connecting vibrators with adaptor (2); DC adaptor (2).
[016] In another aspect of the present invention, the device comprises a wearable body.
[017] In another aspect of the present invention, the device comprises at least two opening or at least two free ends.
[018] In another aspect of the present invention, the device comprises a cloth pocket for vibrator (4).
[019] In another aspect of the present invention, the device comprises a thread stitching (5).
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS:
[020] Reference will be made to embodiments of the invention, examples of which may be illustrated in accompanying figures. These figures are intended to be illustrative, not limiting. Although the invention is generally described in the context of these embodiments, it should be understood that it is not intended to limit the scope of the invention to these particular embodiments.
[021] Fig 1: Ankle stocking
[022] Fig 2: Leg stocking
[023] Fig 3: Thigh stocking
[024] Fig 4: Description of legends
[025] Fig 5: Description of legends
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS:
[026] While the present invention is described herein by way of example using embodiments and illustrative drawings, those skilled in the art will recognize that the invention is not limited to the embodiments of drawing or drawings described and are not intended to represent the scale of the various components. Further, some components that may form a part of the invention may not be illustrated in certain figures, for ease of illustration, and such omissions do not limit the embodiments outlined in any way. It should be understood that the drawings and the detailed description thereto are not intended to limit the invention to the particular form disclosed, but on the contrary, the invention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the scope of the present invention as defined by the appended claim.
[027] As used throughout this description, the word "may" is used in a permissive sense (i.e. meaning having the potential to), rather than the mandatory sense, (i.e. meaning must). Further, the words "a" or "an" mean "at least one” and the word “plurality” means “one or more” unless otherwise mentioned. Furthermore, the terminology and phraseology used herein are solely used for descriptive purposes and should not be construed as limiting in scope. Language such as "including," "comprising," "having," "containing," or "involving," and variations thereof, is intended to be broad and encompass the subject matter listed thereafter, equivalents, and additional subject matter not recited, and is not intended to exclude other additives, components, integers, or steps. Likewise, the term "comprising" is considered synonymous with the terms "including" or "containing" for applicable legal purposes. Any discussion of documents, acts, materials, devices, articles, and the like are included in the specification solely for the purpose of providing a context for the present invention. It is not suggested or represented that any or all these matters form part of the prior art base or were common general knowledge in the field relevant to the present invention.
[028] In this disclosure, whenever a composition or an element or a group of elements is preceded with the transitional phrase “comprising”, it is understood that we also contemplate the same composition, element, or group of elements with transitional phrases “consisting of”, “consisting”, “selected from the group of consisting of, “including”, or “is” preceding the recitation of the composition, element or group of elements and vice versa.
[029] The present invention is described hereinafter by various embodiments with reference to the accompanying drawing, wherein reference numerals used in the accompanying drawing correspond to the like elements throughout the description. This invention may, however, be embodied in many different forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiment set forth herein. Rather, the embodiment is provided so that this disclosure will be thorough and complete and will fully convey the scope of the invention to those skilled in the art. In the following detailed description, numeric values and ranges are provided for various aspects of the implementations described. These values and ranges are to be treated as examples only and are not intended to limit the scope of the claims. In addition, several materials are identified as suitable for various facets of the implementations. These materials are to be treated as exemplary and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention.
[030] The present invention provides Exteroceptive stockings for neurological stimulation in lower limb. The current invention can be moved easily from one position to another as required. The current invention can be used according to patient requirement. All the stockings (Ankle stocking, Leg stocking and Thigh stocking) are unique in nature and not interchangeable as the location of vibrator is precise. The current invention can be manufactured at a reasonable cost. The current invention will be extremely durable. Placement of vibrator in the current invention are precisely placed with the knowledge of Anatomy for the given body parts. The current invention is patient friendly and structurally adaptive for all the three stocking. All the stocking have precise motor points targeting effective sensory stimulation. Wide range of conditions varying from sports rehabilitation, musculoskeletal rehabilitation, neurogenic rehabilitation, geriatric condition preventing falls, pediatric condition such as Flaccid CP, balance can be achieved through all the three stockings. The current invention is totally safe and shock proof.
[031] Referring now to Figures 1-5, the present invention includes: (1) Vibrators; (2) Wires connecting vibrators with adaptor; and (3) DC adaptor.
- a) Soleus: Superficial muscle of posterior compartment of leg. Runs with gastrocnemius, if stimulated influence a response for plantar flexion, which is vital in walking, running and balance.
- b) Extensor digitorum superficialis: short thin muscle on the top of the foot, extending 2nd to 4th toe which extends the phalanges of four toes.
- c) Extensor hallucis longus : this skeletal muscle stimulated between Tibialis anterior and EDL which extend the big toe and dorsiflex the foot
- d) Lumbricals: flex and adducts the lateral four toes at metatarso-phalangeal joints and extend them at inter-phalangeal joint.
[032] Figure 2 provides:
- a) Tibialis Anterior: thick fleshy muscle in front compartment of lower leg , helps flex the foot upward and extend the toes.
- b) Neck of fibula (Common peroneal nerve): common peroneal nerve travel posterior to fibular head.
- c) Gastrocnemius: large muscle in the back of the lower leg and is a prime plantar flexor.
[033] Referring now to Figure 3: A and b) Quadriceps: group of four muscles located in front of thigh responsible for extending the leg and helping in movement like walking, running.
[034] C and d) Hamstring: it a group of muscle at back of the thigh when contracted flexes the knee and extends the hip and assist in walking, running.
[035] The disclosure has been described with reference to the accompanying embodiments herein and the various features and advantageous details thereof are explained with reference to the non-limiting embodiments in the following description. Descriptions of well-known components and processing techniques are omitted so as to not unnecessarily obscure the embodiments herein.
[036] The foregoing description of the specific embodiments so fully revealed the general nature of the embodiments herein that others can, by applying current knowledge, readily modify and/or adapt for various applications such specific embodiments without departing from the generic concept, and, therefore, such adaptations and modifications should and are intended to be comprehended within the meaning and range of equivalents of the disclosed embodiments. It is to be understood that the phraseology or terminology employed herein is for the purpose of description and not of limitation. Therefore, while the embodiments herein have been described in terms of preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art will recognize that the embodiments herein can be practiced with modification within the scope of the embodiments as described herein.
, Claims:1) An exteroceptive stocking device for neurological stimulation in lower limb, the device comprises: Multiple Vibrators (1) for motor points targeting effective sensory stimulation; wires connecting vibrators with adaptor (2); DC adaptor (2).

2) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein the device comprises a wearable body.

3) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein the device comprises at least two opening or at least two free ends.

4) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein the device comprises a cloth pocket for vibrator (4).
5) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein the device comprises a thread stitching (5).