Abstract: Apparatus and methods are described for setting rehabilitation goals for a patient, measuring patient movements, storing the movement data for later transfer to a computer, displaying progress indicators and inspirational messages based on progress towards goals, reporting movement, skin temperature and swelling data to a caregiver so that they monitor compliance and be aware of potential infection. The invention consolidates data from motion, temperature and swelling sensors placed on the patient with data received directly from the patient in response to questions displayed on a tablet computer screen, to create one or more representative values indicating the patient's current status. These representative values may include the patient's degree of compliance with their prescribed exercise and icing regimen; their degree of wellness based on their self-reported pain scale and sensed temperature and limb swelling; and their current level of physical activity as detected by the motion sensors.

Abstract: A method for calibrating sensors applied to a patient to monitor rehabilitation is disclosed. The calibration method according to the invention that is insensitive to changes in the patient's body position during the calibration procedure—calibration of the flex sensors is facilitated regardless of what orientation they may be applied to the thigh and shank of patient. The calibration method uses three-axis accelerometers defined by software incorporated in local computer.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods are described for setting rehabilitation goals for a patient, measuring patient movements, storing the movement data for later transfer to a computer, displaying progress indicators and inspirational messages based on progress towards goals, reporting movement, skin temperature and swelling data to a caregiver so that they monitor compliance and be aware of potential infection. The invention consolidates data from motion, temperature and swelling sensors placed on the patient with data received directly from the patient in response to questions displayed on a tablet computer screen, to create one or more representative values indicating the patient's current status. These representative values may include the patient's degree of compliance with their prescribed exercise and icing regimen; their degree of wellness based on their self-reported pain scale and sensed temperature and limb swelling; and their current level of physical activity as detected by the motion sensors.

Abstract: A method for calibrating sensors applied to a patient to monitor rehabilitation is disclosed. The calibration method according to the invention that is insensitive to changes in the patient's body position during the calibration procedure—calibration of the flex sensors is facilitated regardless of what orientation they may be applied to the thigh and shank of patient. The calibration method uses three-axis accelerometers defined by software incorporated in local computer.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods are described for setting rehabilitation goals for a patient, measuring patient movements, storing the movement data for later transfer to a computer, displaying progress indicators and inspirational messages based on progress towards goals, reporting movement, skin temperature and swelling data to a caregiver so that they monitor compliance and be aware of potential infection. The invention consolidates data from motion, temperature and swelling sensors placed on the patient with data received directly from the patient in response to questions displayed on a tablet computer screen, to create one or more representative values indicating the patient's current status. These representative values may include the patient's degree of compliance with their prescribed exercise and icing regimen; their degree of wellness based on their self-reported pain scale and sensed temperature and limb swelling; and their current level of physical activity as detected by the motion sensors.

Abstract: A motion sensor is attached to a patient's limb distal to a joint on which surgery has occurred and another motion sensor is attached to the limb proximate to the joint. In the preferred embodiment, the motion sensors are accelerometers and gyroscopes that are capable of generating data that corresponds to flexion of the joint. Temperature sensors are attached to the patient at the surgical site at the joint and at a site separated from the surgical site so that the temperature difference between the sensors may be monitored. Data from the sensors is used to monitor the patient's post-surgical condition and rehabilitation and to provide feedback to the patient.

Abstract: An apparatus for enclosing a tablet computer and for simplifying operation of the computer by senior citizens is described. The enclosure receives and supports a conventional table computer but purposefully occludes or blocks access to selected user-activated controls on the tablet such as the on-off switch, and control zone regions of the touch screen regions of the display. The enclosure is supported in a stand and includes speakers to amplify sound played through the tablet, and rechargeable batteries.

Abstract: An apparatus for enclosing a tablet computer and for simplifying operation of the computer by senior citizens is described. The enclosure receives and supports a conventional table computer but purposefully occludes or blocks access to selected user-activated controls on the tablet such as the on-off switch, and control zone regions of the touch screen regions of the display. The enclosure is supported in a stand and includes speakers to amplify sound played through the tablet, and rechargeable batteries.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods are described for matching of mothers' milk to the correct baby in hospitals or other institutions where mothers' milk is expressed in advance and stored for feeding to the baby at a later time. Electronically readable indicia are used to confirm the identity of the baby, the milk units, and caregivers when the mother's milk is fed to a baby. Apparatus and methods for the collection, storage, and communication of information relevant to handling of the mother's milk are detailed such that complete audit trails are recorded and guidance to the caregiver is provided in order to ensure that all required procedures are executed properly.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods to ensure the safe and effective administration of medication to patients are disclosed, including information about medication administration so that complete audit trails are recorded. The invention provides a guided process to the caregiver to ensure that the correct steps are taken in the correct order, and that all required data is collected, including means for adapting the guidance and data collection to suit the type of drug, to simplify the process for delivering relatively innocuous drugs, while ensuring that all safety measures are taken for relatively high-risk drugs. The invention includes novel means for ensuring that the caregiver is aware of correct route of administration of the drug.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods are described for matching of mothers' milk to the correct baby in hospitals or other institutions where mothers' milk is expressed in advance and stored for feeding to the baby at a later time. Electronically readable indicia are used to confirm the identity of the baby, the milk units, and caregivers when the mother's milk is fed to a baby. Apparatus and methods for the collection, storage, and communication of information relevant to handling of the mother's milk are detailed such that complete audit trails are recorded and guidance to the caregiver is provided in order to ensure that all required procedures are executed properly.

Abstract: Method and apparatus are described for ensuring that blood transfused into a patient is the correct blood for that patient, and that a complete audit trail is created that will allow later tracing of blood from donation through to transfusion.

Abstract: Method and apparatus are described for ensuring that blood transfused into a patient is the correct blood for that patient, and that a complete audit trail is created that will allow later tracing of blood from donation through to transfusion.

Abstract: Method and apparatus are described for ensuring that blood transfused into a patient is the correct blood for that patient, and that a complete audit trail is created that will allow later tracing of blood from donation through to transfusion.

Abstract: Method and apparatus are described for ensuring that blood transfused into a patient is the correct blood for that patient, and that a complete audit trail is created that will allow later tracing of blood from donation through to transfusion.

Abstract: Indicia conveyed on histological sample carriers is illuminated and read by a digital camera to create a digital version of the indicia, which is processed to create an electronic representation of the information conveyed by the indicia.