Abstract: An expandable electrode set, methods of using the expanding electrode set, electrode set systems, and methods of manufacturing an electrode set. Various examples of an electrode set include nodes that are physically connected to each other by connectors that have a shape that allows for the deformation of the electrode set. The shape and material of the connectors is designed to provide a consistent deformation so that, when placing alignment markers on a part of a body to be monitored, the nodes end up in correct locations on the part of the body for the measurement being performed. The electrode set may include sensors, emitters, or sensors and emitters in various configurations.

Abstract: This invention relates to a device for humidifying a textile electrode (1) comprising a first layer (3); a second layer (5); and a material capable of absorbing and retaining water (4); wherein the material capable of absorbing and retaining water (4) is located between the first layer (3) and the second layer (5); the first layer (3) is impermeable to liquid water and water vapour; and the second layer (5) is permeable to liquid water in a direction extending inwards towards the material capable of absorbing and retaining water, and is impermeable to liquid water and permeable to water vapour in the opposite direction thereto. This invention further relates to a system comprising such a humidification device.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method for detecting pathological brain activity patterns from a scalp electroencephalographic signal, the method including the steps of obtaining (A) an electroencephalographic signal as a function of multiple channels and time; identifying (C), for each channel, the zero-crossings of the electroencephalographic signal over a fixed threshold; generating a zero-crossing representation of at least a segment of the obtained electroencephalographic signal with the identified zero-crossings; obtaining (D) a reference family of real functions of time and channels from a zero-crossing statistical analysis of zero-crossing representation of pre-recorded electroencephalographic signals; calculating (E) a matching score by comparing the zero-crossing representation of a segment of the electroencephalographic signal with at least one reference function from the reference family of functions; and computing the matching score as a function of time by sliding the at least one reference function from

Abstract: An in-ear device including a cloth, which defines a concave surface, at least one electrode in or on the cloth, and a conductive track connected to the at least one electrode. Also, a method of monitoring neurological or physiological diseases or disorders with the in-ear device and a method of collecting electroencephalography data with the in-ear device. Further, a process for manufacturing the in-ear device.

Abstract: A system for measuring disturbances, which is intended to be worn by a user, the system including at least one bioelectric measurement element; an analogue-to-digital conversion device electrically connected to the at least one bioelectric measurement element; and at least one conductive track electrically connected to a ground of the system by use of a resistor and an input of the analogue-to-digital conversion device. Also, a garment including at least one system for measuring disturbances.

Abstract: Systems, apparatuses, and methods for detecting and quantifying a fluid are described herein. In some examples, a sensor apparatus is used to absorb discharged fluid (or other fluid present). The sensor apparatus includes one or more sensors designed to provide a capacitance measurement using electrodes in the sensors and one or more fluid properties sensors that determine at least one fluid property of an absorbed fluid. The electrodes are designed using mirror image axes of deformation to minimize the effect of deformation caused by the wearer of the sensor while still allowing some degree of flexibility for comfort. The person wearing one or more of the sensors may be monitored and cared for remotely using a communication system between the local device and a remote device used by a caregiver or medical practitioner.

Abstract: Systems and methods for preadmittance segregation and/or treatment (triage) are provided herein. In some examples, a user equipment is in communication with one or more sensors. The measurements provided by the sensors are transmitted to a treatment center. The treatment center accesses a database to determine potential segregation and/or treatment instructions. The instructions are provided to the user equipment.

Abstract: A face mask having mechanical, chemical, and electrostatic barriers to the movement of a material into and out of a face mask are described herein. Various examples of the face mask described herein use electrostatic charges to capture and, in some examples, inactivate viruses, germs, fungi, or bacteria (or other material). The use of a biocidal agent combined with electrostatic charges provides an additional measure for capturing and inactivating at least a portion of pathogen(ic) microorganisms.

Abstract: Systems and methods for providing remotely controlled therapy are provided herein. A therapy device connects to a therapy server over a network. The therapy device can include a headset and an audio device. A therapist can select one or more therapies to apply to a patient, including multiple therapies at the same time. The therapist can receive feedback from the patient that allows the therapist to adjust the therapies being applied.

Abstract: A respiratory face mask, or personal protective equipment, having a deformable entry point is described herein. Various examples of the respiratory face mask described herein include a deformable entry point that allows for the insertion and removal of a medical device or other object to provide care to a user wearing the face mask. The respiratory face mask is configured to at least partially maintain a barrier between the interior of the mask and the exterior of the mask, thereby providing some degree of protection for the patient receiving treatment from the environment around them as well as those administering care from germs contained in the exhalation of the patient.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a textile device (1) configured to cooperate with an electronic device (2) comprising conductive path (21) having a path connection area (22). The textile device (1) comprises a first portion of textile (10) including a conductive zone (11) connected to a stretchable connection area (12) configured to be in contact with the path connection area (22) of the conductive path (21) so as to ensure an electrical connection between said textile device (1) and said electronic device (2). The stretchable connection area (12) comprises a conductive textile or a textile covered with a flexible conductive film. The textile device (1) also comprises a compartment, defined between the first portion of textile (10) and a second portion of textile (13), configured to maintain the electronic device (2) in a predefined position ensuring electrical connection between the stretchable connection area (12) and the path connection area (22).

Abstract: The present invention relates to an electrode (1) comprising: —at least one reservoir (11) comprising a peripheral wall (111) made of a foam material, wherein said reservoir (11) is filled with a viscous electrolytic paste (12); —at least one plate (13) comprising a conductor material, wherein said plate (13) is in contact with the electrolytic paste (12) and configured to conduct electrical signals to a recording device; —at least one fastener (14); and wherein the at least one reservoir (11) comprises a hole (113) configured to release the electrolytic paste (12) under pressure applied on the electrode (1). The present invention also relates to the use of said electrode (1) and a process for the implementation of an electrode (1).

Abstract: A device for monitoring the electro-physiological activity of a subject, particularly for diagnosing or monitoring epilepsy, including: measurement element for measuring electrical brain activity; measurement element for measuring the electrical activity of the muscles of mastication; an acquisition module configured to acquire in synchronously the signals measured by the measurement element for measuring electrical brain activity and by the measurement element for measuring the electrical activity of the muscles of mastication; a signal processing modules; and a transmission module for transmitting the electrical signals acquired by the acquisition module to the signal processing module. The signal processing module is configured to detect among the signals measured by the measurement element for measuring electrical brain activity the signals measured by the measurement element for measuring the electrical activity of the muscles of mastication.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method for detecting pathological brain activity patterns from a scalp electroencephalographic signal, the method including the steps of obtaining (A) an electroencephalographic signal as a function of multiple channels and time; identifying (C), for each channel, the zero-crossings of the electroencephalographic signal over a fixed threshold; generating a zero-crossing representation of at least a segment of the obtained electroencephalographic signal with the identified zero-crossings; obtaining (D) a reference family of real functions of time and channels from a zero-crossing statistical analysis of zero-crossing representation of pre-recorded electroencephalographic signals; calculating (E) a matching score by comparing the zero-crossing representation of a segment of the electroencephalographic signal with at least one reference function from the reference family of functions; and computing the matching score as a function of time by sliding the at least one reference function from

Abstract: A system for calculating an indicator associated to a brain activity of a subject, the system including an acquisition module configured to acquire at least an epoch of electroencephalographic signal of a subject from a plurality of electrodes and a data processing module configured to carry out the steps of: calculating an average vector (VA) using as input of an autoencoder neural network (aNN) an electroencephalographic signals (ES) of a subject acquired from a plurality of electrodes; detecting (DET) the presence of at least a predefined pattern in the consecutive average values of the average vector (VA); and generating an indicator of brain activity (Idx) of the subject when detecting the predefined pattern.

Abstract: A textile device configured to cooperate with an electronic device including a first magnetic connection means, an electronic circuit including a connecting track, and a first positioning means; the textile device including: a textile including a conductive zone; a second magnetic connection means, connected to a first side of the textile, configured to cooperate with the first magnetic connection means to create a force of attraction with the first magnetic connection means; a second positioning means capable of cooperating with the first positioning means to position the textile device relative to the electronic device; wherein the positioning means of the textile device is arranged in so that the conductive area of the textile device is connected to the connection track of the electronic circuit on the second side of the textile. Also, the corresponding electronic device and a system including the textile device and the electronic device.

Abstract: A textile electronic device configured to be connected to a conductive zone of a textile, the device including: an electronic circuit; at least a first mechanical and electrical connection means configured to be connected to the conductive zone of a textile; a textile substrate having at least a second electrical connection means, the at least one second electrical connection means being electrically connected to the electronic circuit and to the at least one first mechanical and electrical connection means; and a flexible envelope totally or partially including said electronic circuit, the at least one first mechanical and electrical connection means and the textile substrate, the at least one first mechanical connection means and electric being at least partially accessible through the flexible envelope. Also, a manufacturing method of the textile electronic device.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for measuring a physiological parameter of a subject by means of an optical measurement device, said method comprising the steps of: setting into place the optical measurement device (1, 1bis) facing a skin surface (10) of the subject, so that the object focal spot of the optical objective is positioned at a predetermined skin depth, receiving by the photosensitive receiver (4) light rays from the first object focal spot, at the predetermined skin depth, analyzing the light rays received by the photosensitive receiver (4), and comparing the results of the analysis with known data, so as to determine the physiological parameter of the subject.