Abstract: The disclosure describes techniques and systems for delivering an implantable medical device. In one example, an implantable medical device (IMD) delivery system may include an elongated member comprising a first distal end configured to mate with the IMD, a resilient member disposed along at least a portion of the elongated member, a housing configured to accept a first proximal end of the elongated member and a second proximal end of the resilient member, a rotation control mechanism wherein user movement of the rotation control mechanism causes rotation of the elongated member with respect to the housing and a fixation element of the IMD into tissue, and a deflection control mechanism wherein user movement of the deflection control mechanism causes longitudinal displacement of the resilient member along a longitudinal axis of the elongated member and the housing resulting in angular deflection of the first distal end of the elongated member.

Abstract: An implantable medical device includes circuitry for generating and delivering electrical stimulation therapy. A power source is included in the implantable medical device for storage of the energy for the stimulation therapy. Techniques and circuits are provided for minimizing energy losses associated with the storage of the stimulation therapy energy. The implantable medical device circuitry includes charging circuitry that is operated in at least a first mode and a second mode, such that the charging circuit is operable in one of the at least first and second modes based on whether an intrinsic cardiac event is detected. The charging circuit is operable to withhold charging the output capacitor in the first mode until a given cardiac cycle elapses without a sensed intrinsic cardiac event.

Abstract: An implantable medical device includes circuitry for generating and delivering electrical stimulation therapy. A power source is included in the implantable medical device for storage of the energy for the stimulation therapy. Techniques and circuits are provided for minimizing energy losses associated with the storage of the stimulation therapy energy. The implantable medical device circuitry includes charging circuitry that is operated in at least a first mode and a second mode, such that the charging circuit is operable in one of the at least first and second modes based on whether an intrinsic cardiac event is detected. The charging circuit is operable to charge the output capacitor to a first threshold capacity that is less than a pacing capacity of the output capacitor until a given cardiac cycle elapses without a sensed intrinsic cardiac event during operation in the first mode.

Abstract: The disclosed techniques allow for externalizing errors from an implantable medical device using the device's charging coil, for receipt at an external charger or other external device. Transmission of errors in this manner is particularly useful when telemetry of error codes through a traditional telemetry coil in the implant is not possible, for example, because the error experienced is so fundamental as to preclude use of such traditional means. By externalizing the error via the charging coil, and though the use of robust error modulation circuitry in the implant designed to be generally insensitive to fundamental errors, the external charger can be consulted to understand the failure mode involved, and to take appropriate action.

Abstract: An external charger for a battery in an implantable medical device and charging techniques are disclosed. Simulation data is used to model the power dissipation of the charging circuitry in the implant at varying levels of implant power. A power dissipation limit constrains the charging circuitry from producing an inordinate amount of heat to the tissue surrounding the implant, and duty cycles of a charging field are determined so as not to exceed that limit. A maximum simulated average battery current determines the optimal (i.e., quickest) battery charging current, and at least an optimal value for a parameter indicative of that current is determined and stored in the external charger. During charging, the actual value for that parameter is determined, and the intensity and/or duty cycle of the charging field are adjusted to ensure that charging is as fast as possible, while still not exceeding the power dissipation limit.

Abstract: A system, including: an implantable neural stimulator including electrodes, at least one antenna and an electrode interface; a radio-frequency (RF) pulse generator module comprising an antenna module configured to send an input signal to the antenna in the implantable neural stimulator through electrical radiative coupling, the input signal containing electrical energy and polarity assignment information that designates polarity assignments of the electrodes in the implantable neural stimulator; and wherein the implantable neural stimulator is configured to: control the electrode interface such that the electrodes have the polarity assignments designated by the polarity assignment information, create one or more electrical pulses suitable for modulation of neural tissue using the electrical energy contained in the input signal, and supply the electrical pulses to the electrodes through the electrode interface such that the electrodes apply the electrical pulses to the neural tissue with the polarity assignmen

Abstract: An example of a neurostimulation system may include a storage device, a programming control circuit, and a graphical user interface (GUI). The storage device may store a set of one or more stimulation waveforms each associated with a stimulation field specified by a set of electrodes. Each stimulation waveform represents a pattern of neurostimulation pulses. The programming control circuit may be configured to generate stimulation parameters controlling delivery of the neurostimulation pulses according to the set of one or more stimulation waveforms. The GUI may include a composition control circuit configured to define each stimulation waveform as a function of one or more parameter graphs each depicted as a function of time. The composition control circuit may be configured to allow activation of one or more stimulation fields, present a parameter graph for each activated stimulation field, and allow for adjustment of each presented parameter graph.

Abstract: An implantable stimulation device including a stimulation module and a data communication module. The stimulation device includes electrodes to delivery stimulation pulses, a voltage source, a DC-blocking capacitor and autoshort switch. The voltage source is connected to the electrodes via stimulation-pulse-switch(s) that controls delivery pacing pulses. The DC-blocking capacitor is connected with the voltage source and an electrode. The autoshort switch allows discharging of the DC-blocking capacitor via the electrodes when closed. The data communication module includes a data transmission control module connected to the autoshort switch and/or the at least one stimulation-pulse-switch, to alternatingly open and close the autoshort switch or the at least one stimulation-pulse-switch respectively, during an autoshort period following the delivery of a stimulation pulse or during a stimulation pulse period, respectively, to modulate an autoshort pulse or a stimulation pulse peak amplitude, respectively.

Abstract: An implantable medical device including a data communication device that includes a device to alter and/or generate an oscillatory electric field imposed on body tissue surrounding the implantable medical device when the implantable medical device is in its implanted state. The device that alters an oscillatory electric field modulates an impedance of body tissue surrounding the implantable medical device when the implantable medical device is in its implanted state and within an oscillatory electric field. The device that alters an oscillatory electric field includes a device that generates an oscillatory electric field that is phase-synchronized with an oscillatory electric field imposed on body tissue surrounding the implantable medical device when the implantable medical device is in its implanted state.

Abstract: A system for a pacemaker patient and his/her cardiologist to stay in near constant communication with one another comprises: (a) a database securely stored on a cloud server with specific log on criteria for the patient and the cardiologist to both fully access, said database including information particular to a pacemaker unit previously installed in the patient and: up-to-date activity tracking data for the patient; periodically-measured health vitals for the patient including heart rate, breathing rate and skin temperature when awake and when sleeping; and (b) a fitness monitoring band that the patient wears for tracking activities performed by the patient and for recording and transmitting to the database the periodically-measured health vitals for the patient. The system further includes at least one means for the cardiologist to alert the patient should an irregular measurement in health vitals be detected with the monitoring band. A method for using the system is also disclosed.

Abstract: An electroshock device for delivering an electrical discharge to a target includes an electrical discharge circuit, and an electrode coupled to the electrical discharge circuit and having an attachment feature attachable to the target. Upon attachment the electrode is enabled to monitor a physiological condition of the target, generate a signal based on the physiological condition, and deliver the electrical discharge to the target. The electroshock device also includes a controller communicatively coupled to the electrical discharge circuit and the electrode. The controller is configured to modulate delivery of the electrical discharge based on the physiological condition of the target.

Abstract: A method for programming a transdermal delivery device arranged to deliver a composition to a user, comprising the steps of receiving at least one variable parameter regarding a transdermal delivery method, utilising an algorithm to derive at least one control instruction for a transdermal delivery device utilising the at least one variable parameter, and providing the at least one instruction to the transdermal delivery device to effect the transdermal delivery method.

Abstract: Systems and related methods for delivering a stimulus to a pinna of a subject with a stimulator worn on the pinna are described. A wearable stimulation device includes a mechanical, electrical, or other type of stimulator secured to a pinna of a subject. The stimulation device may be used to deliver a stimulus that modulates activity of sensory nerve fiber innervating the pinna. Stimulation may be delivered in response to a sensed neural signal indicative of a physiological status of the subject, and/or in response to sensed environmental parameters. Stimulation may be delivered in combination with other stimuli or experiences. In an aspect, a stimulator communicates with and/or is controlled by a personal computing device.

Abstract: A phototherapy apparatus with precise dosage control is disclosed. The phototherapy apparatus incorporates means for tracking any combination of the following: position, direction of motion, velocity, or acceleration of the therapeutic light beam over the treatment area. The delivered light dosage is calculated based on these parameters and the intensity of the laser beam.

Abstract: Disclosed are an LED pad, a method for manufacturing the LED pad, and a personal treatment apparatus comprising the LED pad which comprises a lower silicone case, an upper silicone case coupled to the lower silicone case, and an LED module which comprises a plurality of LEDs and a flexible printed circuit board mounted with the plurality of LEDs and which is located inside a silicone case configured by combination of the lower silicone case and the upper silicone case.

Abstract: A flat optogenetic cuff interface (FOCI) is configured for functional optical stimulation of axons in a single fascicle of a peripheral nerve bundle in which the axons have been genetically modified to express light sensitive proteins for excitation or inhibition of the nerves. The FOCI is configured to gradually reshape the single fascicle to a final height between 0.2 mm and 0.5 mm by reorganizing the individual axons within the fascicle without reshaping (and damaging) the individual axons. The FOCI facilitates stimulation of axons over the entire cross-section of the reshaped fascicle within the power limitations for pulsed laser energy. An electrical interface may be included to sense nerve activity of either the stimulated axons to provide closed-loop feedback to control the optical sources or stimulated axons of a different modality to record the response.

Abstract: A light source to provide therapeutic benefits to a patient's skin, with optical elements used to control light incidence on the skin at angles greater than ±20 degrees to the perpendicular to the skin surface, and methods for irradiating the patient's skin with a wearable device providing light at such angles.

Abstract: There is provided a phototherapy apparatus, in which the therapeutic light is delivered through one or more massage components. The massage component provides mechanical massage to the subject biological tissue and modifies the properties of the subject tissue in thickness, density, etc. to facilitate the absorption of the therapeutic light and enhance the effect of the phototherapy procedure. The light source of the phototherapy apparatus is actively cooled by a synthetic jet cooler.

Abstract: Embodiments described herein provide methods for treating various conditions and diseases using an optical signal. In one or more embodiments an apparatus is providing having an optical window, which is used to deliver an optical signal to provide stimulation to one or more tissue sites in the body such as the brain, optic nerve, eye, ganglia, spine, or other like site. The optical signals can be used to treat a variety of neurological diseases and conditions including epilepsy, migraine headaches and chronic pain. In particular applications the optical signals can be used to treat, inhibit or prevent epileptic or other neurological seizures by providing an optical input to a foci or surrounding tissue in the brain causing the seizure. The optical signal may also be combined with an electrical signal to produce an aggregate effect in tissue for treating the disease or condition such as a neurological disease or condition.

Abstract: The invention provides a non-invasive method for treatment of arrhythmia. In a first aspect, a method for treatment of atrial fibrillation in a heart of a patient comprises directing radiation from outside the patient toward one or more target treatment regions of the heart so as to inhibit the atrial fibrillation. The radiation may induce isolation of a pulmonary vein.

Abstract: The invention comprises a system for using common injector, accelerator, beam transport, and/or imaging system elements for both imaging, such as tomographic imaging, and positively charged particle cancer therapy. For example, a common output nozzle of both a tomographic imaging system and the charged particle cancer therapy system is maintained on an opposite side of the patient from an imaging surface, such as a detection plate and/or a scintillation plate, where the imaging surface is used in tomographic imaging and/or during cancer treatment with the positively charged particles to confirm position and/or orientation of the tumor. Common beam state determination systems, such as charged particle position, direction, energy, and/or intensity determination systems are used to enhance both the imaging and cancer treatment system.

Abstract: In external beam radiation therapy, a planning image (scan) of the patient is obtained prior to treatment as a basis for constructing a radiation delivery plan. However, since the planning scan is obtained prior to treatment (potentially days or weeks prior), it does not necessarily represent the state of the patient's anatomy as it presents at the time of treatment beam delivery. The potential mismatch between the patient's anatomy in the planning scan and anatomy at the time of treatment can result in dose discrepancies between the planned dose and the actual delivered dose. The methods herein describe the use of online images taken immediately before or during treatment delivery in order to predict, assess, and adapt to such discrepancies.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for generating print data about a phantom customized to a patent, the apparatus receive medical images including anatomical information of a patient's body and treatment plan information about a dose distribution of a radiation to be irradiated to a treatment area, reconstructs a three-dimensional phantom image in which internal and external structures of the patient's body are modeled which are based on the anatomical information and in which a space for a dosimeter is modeled which is to be inserted into the internal and external structures so as to verify the dose distribution according to the treatment plan information, and generates print data for three-dimensional printing, which is used for manufacturing the phantom customized to the patient on the basis of the reconstructed three-dimensional phantom image.

Abstract: A charged particle beam irradiation apparatus includes: an accelerator which accelerates charged particles and emits a charged particle beam; an irradiation unit which irradiates an irradiation target with the charged particle beam; a transport line which transports the charged particle beam emitted from the accelerator, to the irradiation unit; an energy adjustment unit which is provided at the transport line and adjusts energy of the charged particle beam; a plurality of electromagnets provided further toward the downstream side than the energy adjustment unit in the transport line; an electromagnet power source provided to correspond to each of the electromagnets; and a control unit which controls a parameter of the electromagnet according to the energy of the charged particle beam, wherein the electromagnet power source has a storage unit which stores the parameter of the electromagnet for each layer which is irradiated with the charged particle beam, in the irradiation target.

Abstract: Irradiation device for irradiating an irradiation object with heavy charged particles, comprising a support for the irradiation object, and an irradiation nozzle irradiating a charged particle beam towards the irradiation object, wherein the beam is deflected within the irradiation nozzle. The support for the irradiation object is moveable at least horizontally, and the irradiation nozzle is moveable at least vertically and rotatable around a nozzle swivel axis along which the particle beam enters into the irradiation nozzle.

Abstract: Photon-based radiosurgery is widely used for treating local and regional tumors. The key to improving the quality of radiosurgery is to increase the dose falloff rate from high dose regions inside the tumor to low dose regions of nearby healthy tissues and structures. Dynamic photon painting (DPP) further increases dose falloff rate by treating a target by moving a beam source along a dynamic trajectory, where the speed, direction and even dose rate of the beam source change constantly during irradiation. DPP creates dose gradient that rivals proton Bragg Peak and outperforms Gamma Knife® radiosurgery.

Abstract: Ultrasonic sonothrombolysis systems to produce two acoustic pressure levels of insonation during stroke therapy, mid/high acoustic pressure insonation directed to the site of a blood clot where microbubbles are present to induce microbubble-mediated blood clot lysis, and low acoustic insonation directed to the region surrounding the site of the blood clot where microbubbles are present to stimulate microvascular reperfusion of the surrounding tissue. The systems simultaneously produce blood clot lysis at the site of an occlusion and stimulate reperfusion of tissue affected by the occlusion.

Abstract: Provided herein is a positive air pressure facemask, a multi-staged filter system for a positive air pressure facemask, and exemplary methods for replacing the filter system of a positive air pressure facemask while the mask is in continuous use and actively worn by a user. The multi-staged filter system includes a front filter assembly having a plurality of removable filter layers for collecting debris and particulate matter on the exterior of the filter system, a blower assembly, and at least two staged filter inserts contained in the housing of the filter system. The staged filter inserts are easily replaceable and can be changed without requiring the user to remove the facemask or to be exposed to the ambient air.

Abstract: A tank on a firefighting aircraft initially is loaded with water. A polymer gel emulsion vessel is provided on the aircraft, but is not activated and mixed with tank water until such polymer gel preparation is initiated by an operator. When initiated, a pump pulls water from the tank and doses it with gel emulsion. Double elbows and/or the pump impeller fully activates the polymer gel. The activated polymer gel is mixed within the tank by one of a variety of systems including mixing paddles or sparging with gas. In one embodiment, a hollow tower of telescoping form has a float to keep an upper end near a surface in the tank and a sparging gas entry is a controlled distance below the surface, such that gas of limited pressure, such as from a ram air inlet can sparge and mix the water and activated polymer gel emulsion effectively.

Abstract: A fire suppression system may comprise a shape memory actuation system. The shape memory actuation system may be configured as a retainer that retains a plug and/or a disk. The shape memory actuation system may be a shape memory plug that is configured to discharge from a vessel exhaust port. The shape memory actuation system may be deployable in response to an electrical stimulus (e.g., resistive heating causing the shape memory alloy to have a temperature exceeding a transition temperature).

Abstract: The present invention relates to a fire extinguishing system comprising a pressurized detection conduit (115), an extinguishing line (108) separate from the detection conduit (115), and a control module (105) adapted for sensing a pressure drop in the detection conduit (115) and for opening supply of extinguishing medium from a storage (103) to the extinguishing line (108). The detection conduit (115) is gas-permeable and filled with a detection liquid. The fire extinguishing system further comprises a liquid-gas interface (117) fluidly connecting the detection conduit (115) to a pressurized gas source (103, 106), wherein the liquid-gas interface (117) comprises an interface container (123) defining a gas space (131) which communicates with the pressurized gas source (106) and a liquid space (133) which communicates with the detection conduit (115).

Abstract: Systems and methods of an integrated fluid control valve and valve actuator assembly are provided. The assembly includes a pressure operated fluid control valve for controlling the flow of liquid from a liquid supply piping system into a sprinkler piping system of a fire protection system when transitioning the fire protection system from a stand-by state to an actuated state. The control valve defines a valve chamber for holding a pressurized fluid to prevent the flow of fluid through the control valve. A valve actuator is coupled to the fluid control valve housing for setting of the fluid control valve in an unactuated ready state and for operating the fluid control valve automatically and/or manually. Automatic control devices can be placed in fluid communication with the valve actuator to maintain and control operation of the valve actuator for controlled operation of the fluid control valve.

Abstract: An assembly for connecting a sprinkler to a branch line of a fire suppression system includes a flexible conduit having one end attached to the branch line. The opposite end is attached to the sprinkler. An adapter may be positioned between the conduit and the sprinkler, between the conduit and the branch line, or between the conduit and both the branch line and the sprinkler. The adapter contains a rotating joint which prevents torque from being applied to the conduit. The adapter between the conduit and the sprinkler is received within a bracket. The bracket also receives a cross beam for securing the sprinkler relatively to the branch line.

Abstract: Provided is a polychlorinated biphenyl-decomposing composition obtained according to a method comprising respectively culturing at least one main microbial strain belonging to Comamonas species and having biphenyl dioxygenase, and at least one complementary microbial strain selected from the group consisting of Pseudomonas species, Achromobacter species, Rhodococcus species and Stenotrophomonas species and having biphenyl dioxygenase, and mixing at least two types of microbial cells recovered from each of the culture media. A composition containing these compounded microorganisms is useful for efficiently decomposing or detoxifying comparatively low concentrations of PCBs present in large amounts in waste products contaminated with polychlorinated biphenyls.

Abstract: Trampoline systems containing at least one platform that extends over and above adjacent trampoline jumping surfaces is disclosed. Methods of making and using trampoline systems containing at least one platform that extends over and above adjacent trampoline jumping surfaces are also disclosed.

Abstract: An elastic cable structure includes an elastic cable. The elastic cable includes a plurality of strands of elastic tubes, and the strands of elastic tubes are twisted mutually. Each of the elastic tubes includes an outer layer and a plurality of latex bars mounted in and covered by the outer layer. Thus, the latex bars are covered by the outer layer so that the latex bars will not directly contact the user's skin and will not cause allergic reactions to the user. In addition, the latex bars are completely covered by the outer layer so that when the latex bars are broken due to an excessive force, the latex bars are restricted by the outer layer and will not be sprung outward.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus with an adjustable rotating element around which a force transferring material wraps either clockwise or counterclockwise to provide bidirectional rotational resistance for exercising. The force transferring material is preferably guided to remain in close proximity to the rotating element while wrapping around the rotating element.

Abstract: One embodiment of an ergonomic-sphere-shaped-casing, of a predetermined size, is a hollow-sphere made out of a pliable material; some embodiments using a continuous circular-knit (19) with varying denier and spherical-lunes (12) made out of a resilient compressive stretch fabric, with a placket-opening (16) wherein, a sphere-shaped ball, of a predetermined size, may be inserted and removed, repeatedly, as desired. In an additional embodiment, along portions of the placket-opening (16), is a hollowed-cincture (8) or plurality of cinctures (8) and a tension-creating-lever (14) that slides within the hollowed cincture (8); used to adjust and secure additional compression along the surface area of the inserted sphere-shaped ball, when the tension-creating-lever (14) is drawn upon. Other embodiments are described and shown.

Abstract: An improved barbell having horizontal spring-loaded resistance for increased muscular activity in an individual is provided. The spring action created by the horizontal spring-loaded resistance in the improved barbell provides an individual with additional muscle activation as compared to a traditional barbell. The improved barbell may include a spring that can be compressed and uncompressed using a tubular steel shaft, which is maintained in place by a self-lubricating linear bearing to reduce binding, for example. The design provides a smooth action consistent with muscle-building execution exercises. The spring and bearing may be incased in a barrel with precision. The barrel may be welded to a 1-inch diameter steel tubular shaft. A separate 1-inch diameter steel tubular shaft may be installed in the barrel. The pair of tubular shafts may hold the desired weight plates. The plates may be secured with standard clips.

Abstract: An exercise mat with integral visual and audio instruction aid. The mat is made of flexible and portable material suitable for use during physical exercise. A removable visual instruction panel is attached to sheet depicting a set of physical exercises. Graphic images of feet, hands or other images are depicted and printed on main portion of the mat, for proper form. An audio device attached to the mat is capable of providing verbal instruction for a specific exercise routine. A plurality of LED lights may be attached to said sheet that illuminate sequentially to aid user in performing exercises. Because of the numeric order, this allows user a more fluid sense exercise. This systematic arrangement establishes a learned, directional routine, that allows the user to adjust exercises however, the order, because of numbers. A preferred embodiment includes and allows placement of alternate exercise routines.

Abstract: A method for fabricating a slip-proof pattern on a sport instrument comprises steps: providing a sport instrument with at least one slip-proof surface; preparing a coating material comprising a paint and a foaming agent evenly mixed thereinside; using the coating material to draw a slip-proof pattern on the slip-proof surface, and keeping the sport instrument still until the slip-proof pattern is dried and fixed; and heating the slip-proof pattern to make the foaming agent of the coating material generate gas and make the slip-proof pattern expand and protrude from the slip-proof surface. The conventional technology fabricates slip-proof strips and a sport instrument into a one-piece component. The present invention replaces the conventional technology with a method of directly forming a slip-proof pattern in a drawing or spraying way to simplify the complicated process and reduce the cost.

Abstract: An exercise device includes a base, a seat assembly mounted on the base, a load mechanism attached to an upright and including a take-up assembly and a flywheel coaxially secured to the take-up assembly, a first rowing unit configured to activate the load mechanism by pulling a spring activated strap, and a second rowing unit configured to activate both the load mechanism and the first rowing unit by pulling the strap and pivotably rotating a handle via a cord which is operatively connected to a pivotal arm on the base.

Abstract: A treadmill includes a two side frames, a support plate disposed above the side frames, two shock-absorbing structures mounted between the support plate and the side frames, a styrofoam layer mounted on the support plate, and a surface layer mounted on the styrofoam layer. Each of the shock-absorbing structures includes an elastic bar mounted between the support plate and one of the side frames, and a plurality of vibration absorbers mounted between the support plate and one of the side frames. Thus, the elastic bar, the vibration absorbers and the styrofoam layer provide multiple shock-absorbing and vibration damping functions to the support plate.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus is provided. The exercise apparatus includes a housing. The housing includes a substantially planar upper surface, a lower surface and a sidewall disposed about the perimeter of the housing and joining the upper surface and the lower surface together. The present invention may further include a first axle and a second axle secured to the housing and disposed substantially parallel to one another. At least one wheel is rotatably secured to each of the axles and at least a portion of each wheel protrudes beyond the lower surface of the housing. At least a first strap is secured to the housing. A first end of the strap is secured to the housing and a second end of the strap is secured to the housing.

Abstract: The present invention provides a system for training tendons and muscles of a kinetic chain including the finger tips through the elbow, including muscles, ligaments, and tendons. The system uses finger attachments to secure the digits or other anatomical components to one or more resistance members that allow the attachments to be positionable in any direction with respect to one another when a force is applied.

Abstract: A feedback device capable of easily adjusting loaded force for sphincter contracting exercise includes an outer enclosure, an outer cover, a mechatronic assembly and an electric conductive device; the electric conductive device includes a plurality of electric conductive sheets and the surface thereof is installed with a central column having a plurality of bumps. Through rotating the central column, the electric conductive sheets are enabled to perform a lever movement corresponding to the bumps (served as pivots) at different locations, thereby allowing different lever impedance value to be generated due to different pivot.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for a Kegel health system can include: inserting an insertable body into a user, the insertable body connected to a tail outside of the user, the insertable body including a bulbous body coupled to a connecting body, the bulbous body including a control unit, the connecting body coupled to the tail, and the connecting body including sensors; sensing sensor data with the sensors, the sensor data indicating the presence of contractions from a pelvic floor muscle of the user; providing feedback to the user with graphics and written information displayed on an external device, the graphics and the written information indicating attributes of the contractions from the pelvic floor muscle.

Abstract: A ring-based exercise system collects health metrics and senses rotational movements of a ring moving in a rotational path to calculate exercise results, such as calories burned, and provide instantaneous visual and data feedback. The system monitors the number of calories burned, duration of exercise, and number of rotations, while simultaneously emitting both illumination and audio feedback that correlates to the ring exercise. A ring is twirled around a central axis, such as a torso or limbs. A motion sensor senses the positional information of the ring during the exercise, such as velocity, acceleration, number of rotations, and x-y-z axis motion. A processor, wither integrated into the ring or remotely located calculates the exercise results, i.e., calories burned, through the health metrics and sensor signals. An illumination and an audio signal visible on the ring correlates with the velocity and movement of the ring.

Abstract: A method for detecting a lost club includes detecting an orientation characteristic of a golf club with a detection unit, transmitting the orientation characteristic from the detection unit to a mobile device, determining a distance between the golf club and the mobile device based on a signal transmitted from the detection unit to the mobile device and determining a lost club state based on the orientation characteristic of the golf club and the distance between the golf club and the mobile device.

Abstract: Various embodiments of methods and systems for apparatus monitoring are disclosed wherein the apparatus is associated with fitness equipment for humans.