Abstract: A method for determining a radiotherapy treatment plan can include: receiving anatomical data for a patient; generating, via a neural network analyzing the anatomical data, a plurality of fitness values for a plurality of candidate beam orientations; determining a selected beam orientation based on the plurality of fitness values; performing a fluence map optimization (FMO) process on the selected beam orientation; and determining a dose distribution for the patient based on the FMO process.

Abstract: A method for controlling devices includes: providing a first widget and a second widget on the user interface, wherein the first widget is associated with control of the first device, and the second widget is associated with control of the second device; activating joint control of the first device and the second device in response to a bundling operation used for bundling the first widget with the second widget; and driving, in response to an operation used for triggering the joint control, the first device and the second device to perform the respective predefined acts synchronously.

Abstract: A control circuit optimizes a radiation treatment plan for a patient treatment volume using an automatically iterating optimization process that optimizes as a function, at least in part, of predetermined cost functions, wherein at least one of the cost functions favors apertures for the multi-leaf collimation system having local curvature that deviates only minimally from a reference curvature. By one approach the control circuit determines the reference curvature as a function, at least in part, of at least one of setting the reference curvature to a static minimal local curvature, a shape of a projective mapping of the treatment volume onto an isocenter plane, and/or a fluence map associated with an amount of radiation to be administered to the treatment volume from a particular direction. By one approach the control circuit dynamically determines when to employ one or more such cost functions.

Abstract: A method includes covering or contacting a portion of a recurrent laryngeal nerve of a subject with a shield including extraembryonic tissue. The covering occurs during a neck or reconstructive surgery of the subject.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to systems and methods for developing radiotherapy treatment plans through the use of machine learning approaches and neural network components. A neural network is trained using one or more three-dimensional medical images, one or more three-dimensional anatomy maps, and one or more dose distributions to predict a fluence map or a dose map. During training the neural network receives a predicted dose distribution determined by the neural network that is compared to an expected dose distribution. Iteratively the comparison is performed until a predetermined threshold is achieved. The trained neural network is then utilized to provide a three-dimensional dose distribution.

Abstract: A pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) web using immersive, flux-guided, micro-coils to direct intense, deeply penetrating, magnetic flux into a subject from each micro-coil capable of pointing in an arbitrary direction. Micro-coils are spooled around iron cores, insulated properly, and soldered to connecting wires, all embedded in a polymeric resin, such as cold-cured silicone resin. Nodes protect, enclose, insulate electrically, and otherwise protect the micro-coils. Connectors between nodes provide mechanical stability against breaking of wires, while permitting folding, bending, buckling, and otherwise deflecting to position the nodes as desired with three degrees of freedom.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for evaluating radiotherapy planning. The present invention provides a method for evaluating radiotherapy planning, the method comprising the steps of: (a) acquiring a dose distribution of generated radiotherapy planning for the target volume according to the prescribed dose; (b) calculating dose gradient index (DGI) of 3-dimensional isodose levels of the acquired dose distribution, by using distances between the isodose levels; and (c) generating a differential dose gradient curve (dDGC) by plotting the calculated dose gradient index (DGI) as a function of the dose over the range of dose distributions.

Abstract: A massaging device such as a wearable massager may include a moveable cover, a first magnet, a second magnet, a first shell, a second shell, a printed circuit board, a motor, and a battery. The wearable massager may be operated to provide a massaging effect to a wearer of the massager at a desired body part location at a desired time.

Abstract: Systems and methods for treatment of neurological conditions using aTBS in accordance with embodiments of the invention are illustrated. One embodiment includes a method for treating neurological conditions, including generating a personalized accelerated theta burst stimulation (aTBS) target representing a location in a patient's brain related to a neurological condition, placing a TMS device relative to the patient's brain such that the focus of the magnetic field is over the aTBS target, applying TMS to the aTBS target according to an aTBS protocol to the brain using the TMS device to alleviate the neurological condition.

Abstract: In an aspect a modular field manipulation apparatus is presented. A modular field manipulation apparatus includes a central field manipulation device. A central field manipulation device includes a first surface having a first field polarity. A central field manipulation device includes a second surface positioned opposite a first surface. A second surface includes a second field polarity. A modular field manipulation apparatus includes a plurality of interconnecting components. Each interconnecting component of a plurality of interconnecting components includes at least a contacting member. At least a contacting member engages with at least a first surface of a central field manipulation device.

Abstract: The apparatuses can comprise a controller including a RF driver configured to generate a pulsed current signal and one or more applicators coupled to the controller. Each applicator can include a coil circuit configured to receive the pulsed current signal and to emit a pulsed electromagnetic field signal comprising a magnetic field signal.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method for generating a radiation therapy treatment plan for a volume of a patient, the method comprising: receiving an image of the volume; receiving at least one dose-distribution-derived function configured to provide a value as an output based on, as input, at least part of a dose distribution defined relative to the image; receiving a first probability distribution and at least a second, different, probability distribution, the first and at least second probability distributions; defining a multi-criteria optimization problem comprising at least a first objective function based on the at least one dose-distribution-derived function, the first probability distribution and a loss function; and a second objective function based on the at least one dose-distribution-derived function, the second probability distribution and the loss function; and performing a multi-criteria optimization process based on the at least two objective functions to generate at least two output treatment plans

Abstract: A variety of medical and non-medical devices are exploited by users to address a wide range of conditions. However, in the vast majority of instances, the device has a limited number of options with respect to its fit for the user and its performance. Further, the determination of target performance and fit are established on a qualitative basis rather than a quantitative basis. In many instances, these combinations lead to low user acceptance of the device due to the resulting performance and fit issues. Accordingly, it would enhance performance and user acceptance if a quantitative determination provided a recommended type where options exist, and this determination provided the basis of a custom designed device to the user's specific anatomical and/or performance requirements.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a booth-type mobile infectious disease clinic, and more particularly, to a mobile infectious disease clinic, which is a booth-type mobile infectious disease clinic which makes it possible to assemble and disassemble a large number of mobile infectious disease clinics, that allows a test subject to be tested by a healthcare provider using an infectious disease test kit while exposure of the body parts is minimized and the healthcare provider and the test subject are isolated in the booth-type mobile infectious disease clinic, that performs sterilization of an infectious disease using an ultraviolet C (UV-C) lamp to reduce the time taken for disinfecting the clinic, and that allows the light radiation intensity of the UV-C lamp to be adaptively adjusted according to the body temperature of the test subject.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a neutron capture therapy system, including a neutron generator to generate neutrons after irradiation by charged particles, and a beam shaping assembly includes a moderator and a reflector surrounding the moderator. A vacuum tube connected to the accelerator is provided at an accommodating portion. The vacuum tube transmits the charged particles accelerated by the accelerator to the neutron generator to generate neutrons. The neutron generator moves between a first position and a second position, at the first position, the neutron generator react with the charged particle beam to generate neutrons, at the second position, the neutron generator falls off the beam shaping assembly. The vacuum tube is detached to make the neutron generator fall off the beam shaping assembly, to reduce direct contact of a worker with the neutron generator after nuclear reactions, thereby reducing radioactive hazards for workers.

Abstract: A method of music therapy informed processes provides an effective online process to help a user regulate their mood through appropriate music selection choices. The method offers mood and music assessments to evaluate the user's mood, music preferences, goals, and understanding of the correlation between various moods and music. A mood sequence formula (MSF) is subsequently created to generate stylized and personalized music medicine pill (MMP) playlists. With additional recommendations of music exercise routine/regimen (MER) to the user, the method delivers therapeutic MMP playlists of the music therapy informed process with personalized music to manage physiological and behavioral responses, emotional regulation, performance and emotional intelligence. Using daily tracking and specific measurement data of biometrical and physiological devices, the user can track the progress and thus enable the method to fine tune the MSF and MMP playlists for the best effectiveness of the music therapy informed method.

Abstract: Advancements in Neurofeedback, Neuromodulation, Neuro-stimulation, Artificial Intelligence, Cognitive Learning Systems and Expert Systems defines a system and apparatus to assay neural brain activity and deliver neural stimulation based on natural and artificial intelligence. AINS embodiments provide the ability to treat mental dysfunctions and/or provide increased mental capacity. Embodiments measure brain activity and define a recommended neuro modulation/stimulation based on natural and artificial intelligence analysis.

Abstract: A wound therapy apparatus is disclosed that includes a wound interface securable to a skin surface around a wound bed to form an enclosed space over the wound bed that is fluid-tight. The wound therapy apparatus may include a dressing engaged with the wound interface to contact the wound bed. A spacer may be disposed within the enclosed space proximal of the dressing to define a plenum between portions of the wound interface and a proximal side of the dressing. Gas within the enclosed space may have an O2 concentration greater than the O2 concentration in atmospheric air. The dressing may include a hydrophobic material, a hydrophilic material, or a distal layer comprised of silicone having fenestrations therein, in various aspects. The pressure p0 within the enclosed space may vary over a pressure range Pmin?P0?Pmax. Related methods of use are also disclosed.

Abstract: Various examples are directed to sleep management devices and methods of operating the same. A sleep management device may comprise a display. The sleep management device may be programmed to detect a first wake event and select a first wake routine associated with the first wake event. The sleep management device may execute the first wake routine at least in part by modulating an output of the display for a first duration. The sleep management device may also detect a second wake event different than the first wake event and second wake routine associated with the second wake event. The sleep management device may execute the second wake routine at least in part by modulating the output of the display for a second duration longer than the first duration.

Abstract: A spectroscopic system may include: a probe having a probe tip and an optical coupler, the optical coupler including an emitting fiber group and first and second receiving fiber groups, each fiber group having a first end and a second end, wherein the first ends of the fiber groups are formed into a bundle and optically exposed through the probe tip; a light source optically coupled to the second end of the emitting fiber group, the light source emitting light in at least a first waveband and a second waveband, the second waveband being different from the first waveband; a first spectrometer optically coupled to the second end of the first receiving fiber group and configured to process light in the first waveband; and a second spectrometer optically coupled to the second end of the second receiving fiber group and configured to process light in the second waveband.