Abstract: Apparatus and methods are described for treatment of morbid obesity using minimally invasive techniques. The apparatus includes a system of components that may be used separately or in combination for effectively reducing stomach volume, bypassing a portion of the stomach and/or small intestines, reducing nutrient absorption in the stomach and/or small intestines and/or depositing minimally or undigested food farther than normal into the intestines, thereby stimulating intestinal responses. The components described include an artificial stoma device, a gastric sleeve device, an intestinal sleeve device, a combined gastrointestinal sleeve device and permanent and detachable attachment systems. Also described are devices for delivering and deploying the components of the system.

Abstract: Apparatus for manipulating and securing tissue are described herein. In creating tissue folds within the body of a patient, a tissue manipulation assembly may generally have an elongate tubular member, an engagement member slidably disposed through the tubular member and a distal end adapted to engage tissue via a helical member, tissue stabilizing members positioned at the tubular member distal end which are adapted to stabilize tissue therebetween, and a delivery tube pivotable about the tissue stabilizer. The stabilizing members can be adapted to become angled relative to a longitudinal axis of the elongate tubular member. Moreover, one or all the articulation controls and functions can be integrated into a singular handle assembly connectable to the tissue manipulation assembly via a rigid or flexible tubular body.

Abstract: This disclosure provides a novel superelastic nickel-titanium (Nitinol or NiTi) splint/orthotic that maximizes the ability to slowly correct toe deformities by utilizing the viscoelastic properties of the bone. The superelastic Nitinol digital deformity orthotic is safe, can gradually correct digit curves, and ultimately results in better toe alignments compared to contemporary static splints or surgery.

Abstract: An orthosis walking boot includes a posterior plastic shell with an open foot supporting portion extending outward from an integral open vertical leg extension to support a user's foot and leg and an anterior plastic shell with a horizontal foot covering portion for overlapping and covering the open foot supporting portion of the posterior shell and an integral open vertical leg extension for positioning within the posterior open vertical leg extension of the posterior shell. A two layer foam posterior liner extends upward within the posterior shell open vertical leg extension to receive the user's leg and adjustable fastening units secure the anterior shell to the posterior shell. An alternative orthosis walking boot with integrally attached foam liners on the posterior plastic shell and the anterior plastic shell is provided.

Abstract: The present invention provides a pad capable of effectively curbing fall of a plantar arch. A pad in accordance with the present embodiment, for supporting the plantar arch of a sole of a foot, is provided in a supporter, made of a stretch cloth, including a plantar part and an instep part, which is connected to the plantar part. The pad is located in the plantar part and has an apex, which is provided at a position corresponding to an area in the sole of the foot which area corresponds to the navicular bone of the foot.

Abstract: An arm support device for improving body posture when viewing an object such as when using a smartphone or reading a book. The arm support device generally includes includes a strap which is connected at its first end to the first end of a retainer and at its second end to the second end of the retainer. When so assembled, the strap and retainer form a looped configuration which may be worn around the body of a user. The strap extends around the shoulder and body of the user, with the retainer being positioned to removably and comfortably receive the elbow of the user. By using the arm support device, a user may retain optimal posture to view an object without excess strain on the neck.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a wearable garment comprising (a) a sheath having a first end and a second, wherein the sheath defines a cavity in a wearable position, wherein the sheath has a first opening at the first end, and wherein the sheath comprises a first material, and (b) one or more relief zones coupled to the sheath, wherein the relief zones comprise a second material, wherein a pressure distribution of the second material is greater than a pressure distribution of the first material.

Abstract: In some implementations, a boot includes an outer shell having a first side and a second side located opposite the first side. The boot may include a retention strap. The boot may include a first one-way tensioning device coupled to the first side of the outer shell, where the first one-way tensioning device is configured to allow movement of the retention strap in a first direction and to restrain movement of the retention strap opposite the first direction. The boot may include a second one-way tensioning device coupled to the second side of the outer shell, where the second one-way tensioning device is configured to allow movement of the retention strap in a second direction and to restrain movement of the retention strap opposite the second direction.

Abstract: An oral appliance includes an upper arch, a lower arch, and an electronic device. The upper arch is configured to be positioned within a user's mouth proximate the user's maxillary dentition when the upper arch is positioned in the user's mouth. The lower arch is configured to be positioned proximate the user's mandibular dentition when the lower arch is positioned in the user's mouth. The electronic device is coupled to one or more of the upper arch and the lower arch, the electronic device configured to monitor a feature of the environment proximate one or more of the upper arch and the lower arch.

Abstract: Systems and methods for treating sleep-disordered breathing and related masticatory and temporomandibular joint disorders are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, an oral appliance for treating the sleep-disordered breathing and/or the related masticatory and temporomandibular joint disorders includes an upper section configured for attachment to upper teeth and a lower section configured for positioning behind lower teeth. The oral appliance also includes an extender connecting the lower section to the upper section. The extender is configured to advance the lower section into a contact with the lower teeth.

Abstract: A system for treating a fallopian tube to promote contraception includes a catheter device, a tissue disrupting head coupled with the catheter device, and a fluid delivery port for delivering a sclerosant to the mucosal lining of the fallopian tube before, during or after disruption of the mucosal lining by the tissue disrupting head. The catheter device may include a handle and a catheter shaft having a proximal end coupled with the handle and a distal end sized and configured to be advanced through a cervix and into the fallopian tube. The tissue disrupting head may include at least one tissue disrupting member configured to operable to mechanically disrupt a mucosal lining of the fallopian tube by contacting the tissue disrupting member with the mucosal lining and moving the tissue disrupting head. The fluid delivery port may be located in the catheter shaft or the tissue disrupting head.

Abstract: Provided herein is a stimulation device, system and method for therapeutic treatment of a condition or disease. In various aspects, the device may include one or more modules for low temperature, vibration, pressure, or ultrasound stimulation, operably connected to a contact tip; a data logging module; and a wireless communication module. Also provided is a system including such device and a remote server. Additionally, a method of treatment using such device or system is provided.

Abstract: A medical recovery device is provided that can be worn by a user following an operation or injury. The medical recovery device may be in the form of a boot to be worn on a foot of the user, which includes one or more windows to provide access to a wound, a cooling system and a compression system to reduce the risk of blood clotting. The medical recovery device may also be in the form of a cast or splint, such as an ankle, knee, wrist or elbow cast.

Abstract: Passive prosthetic devices for focally cooling a brain and methods for inhibiting seizures are disclosed. The prosthetic devices replace a thermally insulating bone flap with a thermally conductive insert having an inner surface that contacts the relatively warm meninges or brain and an outer surface that contacts the relatively cool scalp. In an embodiment, the prosthesis is unitary; in another, a biocompatible casing is filled with a highly conductive core; in another, a filled polymer block is attached to a plate; and in another, the bone flap is filled with a conductive polymer. In one embodiment, a filled polymer containing elements that exhibit the magnetocaloric effect provide heat transfer that can be enhanced by application of a suitable magnetic field. Focal cooling as low as 1.2° C. has been found effective at inhibiting seizures.

Abstract: An eye drop applicator includes a main body with a lower portion and an upper portion having a cavity configured to retain a predetermined amount of medication. The lower portion may include an opening configured to snuggly receive a user's finger and/or a top of a medication bottle. The eye drop applicator may also include a removable cap configured to attach to the upper portion of the main body to cover the cavity.

Abstract: A therapeutic system comprises an ocular insert placed on a region outside an optical zone of an eye. The ocular insert comprises two structures: a first skeletal structure and a second cushioning structure. The first structure functions as a skeletal frame which maintains positioning of the implant along the anterior portion of the eye and provides support to the second, cushioning structure. This first structure maintains the attachment of the therapeutic system to the anterior portion of the eye for at least thirty days. In some embodiments the first structure remains a constant size and shape, e.g. a ring shape, a ring with haptics, or a curvilinear ring that is confined to and restrainingly engages the inferior and superior conjunctival fornices so as to retain the implant within the tear fluid and/or against the tissues of the eye.

Abstract: Systems and methods here may be used to support a femtosecond laser eye surgery system including utilizing a floating head and/or patient support to maintain alignment of the system with a patient using feedback loops of force sensors in a patient interface. In some examples, the floating head and/or patient support may counteract movements detected in the force sensors. In some example embodiments, a ranging subsystem may detect and compensate for different arrangements of the floating head assembly using a ranging sample beam.

Abstract: A device for machining an object by laser radiation, by photodisruption. The device includes an observation device for imaging the object and a laser scanning device by which the laser radiation is passed over a predetermined sector of the object for scanning the sector. The device includes the observation device with a first lens for imaging the object; the laser scanning device with a second lens, through which the laser radiation is guided, in which both lenses with regard to the dimension of the regions to be produced in the images and/or with regard to their focal intercept are different from each other. The device alternately images the respective region of the object in a first operating mode by the first lens and in a second operating mode by the second lens. It is thus possible to use in both operating modes a lens adapted to the intended imaging purpose.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for performing a surgical procedure is provided. The surgical procedure may be a phacoemulsification procedure but other procedures may employ the techniques disclosed. The design includes sensing, within the surgical site, for a material change in fluid flow relative to a predetermined threshold. Upon sensing the fluid flow materially differs from the predetermined threshold, the design temporarily increases aspiration vacuum pressure to the surgical site above a predetermined upper threshold toward a maximum vacuum level. The design applies electrically generated disruptive energy, including but not limited to laser and/or relatively low power ultrasonic energy, to the surgical site from a first point in time measured from when aspiration vacuum pressure is above the predetermined upper threshold to a second point in time where pressure falls below a predetermined lower threshold.

Abstract: The invention relates to treatment apparatus (10) for correcting a refractive error of an eye (12) that includes a laser device (14) for separating corneal tissue by means of laser radiation (16); a control device (18) designed to control the laser device (14) to emit the laser radiation (16) for cutting out and/or ablating a volume (24) out of the surface (26) of the cornea (22) of the eye (12) in dependency on a measured pachymetry of the cornea (22) and the refractive error of the eye (12), whereby the cut-out and/or ablated volume (24) in the surface (20) of the cornea (22) results in a shape of a closed ring, a partial ring, a crescent or a crescent shaped closed ring. A method for controlling such an apparatus for correcting a refractive error of an eye, and to a protective mask for an eye are also provided.

Abstract: A bioabsorbable tissue support is inserted into a tissue of a subject during, or after, puncture of the tissue. The bioabsorbable tissue support includes a material that is gradually absorbed into the punctured tissue in time, and disappears. The bioabsorbable tissue support may be inserted standing alone, or in association with a permanent or temporary non-bioabsorbable tissue support, may define the shape of the punctured hole, and/or may release useful or ornamental chemicals into the punctured tissue. The chemical may include an antibacterial material, an antifungal material, an antimicrobial material, topical anesthetic, a temporary or permanent dye material, and/or an antiproliferative agent. The non-bioabsorbable tissue support may include a self-expanding material that enlarges the size of the puncture in time. The bioabsorbable tissue support may have the form of a tube and/or a mesh of variable peripheral shapes, be elongated, and/or have attachable and detachable end plates and pointed tips.

Abstract: This invention relates to a prescription eyeglass mounted sound reflective hearing aid device with sound reflectors that remove surrounding noise. The hearing aid device is comprised of a pair of eyeglasses with two molded half cone shaped directional sound reflectors. Both of the reflectors have an interior surface and an exterior surface. The reflectors take surrounding noise out of the wearer's perception, making it easier to listen to people.

Abstract: A bandage covers skin of a patient for the purpose of fostering healing. A touchscreen device normally utilizes conductivity of skin to sense location of a finger upon the touchscreen device. A bandage is disclosed enabling use of a touchscreen device. The bandage includes a composite cloth layer including a majority portion made with non-conductive threads, a minority portion visibly distinct from the majority portion made with metallic strands configured to conduct electricity from one point on the touchscreen device to another point on the touchscreen device, and adhesive configured to attach the bandage to the skin. The bandage also includes a non-conductive absorbent pad.

Abstract: A post-operative support apparatus for a patient's residual limb includes: a planar, stretchable and flexible wrap panel sized to wrap around an outer circumference of a patient's residual limb, along a length of the patient's residual limb, where the wrap panel includes one or more fasteners (such as hook & loop fastener components) for maintaining the wrap panel in place around the patient's residual limb; a pair of substantially rigid, elongated side support panels to respectively apply to the medial and lateral sides of the patient's residual limb, over the wrap panel; a distal cushion to apply against a distal end of the patient's residual limb; and a retainer maintaining the distal cushion against the patient's residual limb.

Abstract: After a human body has formed one of numerous calluses or sores due to various conditions of the human condition the present invention offers a means to aid in pain relief and/or an aid in therapy for sores and skin conditions normally considered to be caused by pressure. The present invention seeks to provide a device designed explicitly to transfer weight or pressure from an area on the body that causes the excrescence to develop. The simplest form is designed for use with a condition known as “Intractable Planter Keratosis” or “IPK”. Whether the IPK callus is caused from locomotion, or other sores caused by continual or inordinate pressure, the present invention in its simplest form is a thin disc approximately but not limited to 1? in diameter and a thickness of approximately but not limited to 0.036? with a hollow protrusion of approximately but not limited to 0.036? that covers a sore completely but isolated the sore from any contact with the disc or the protrusion.

Abstract: A precut kinesiology tape for wrist support includes a strip of woven material having a first face and an opposed second face, a length and a width that is shorter than the length, and a length stretch ratio along the length and a width stretch ratio along the width. The width stretch ratio is greater than the length stretch ratio. An adhesive is on the first face in a discontinuous pattern.

Abstract: Bio-based absorbent articles are provided. Bio-based absorbent articles include a topsheet, a backsheet, and an absorbent core sandwiched there between. The topsheet and backsheet are attached to each other along opposing surfaces to define a cavity in which the absorbent core is enclosed. The components of absorbent article are selected so that at least 75% of the material comprising the absorbent article comprises a bio-based material, and preferably at least 80%, 85%, 90%, and 95% of the material comprising the absorbent article comprises a bio-based material.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to folding methods and apparatuses that operate to fold an advancing substrate in the cross direction along a central region to bring a second end region into a facing relationship with a first end region. In some embodiments, the second end region of the advancing substrate is folded around a folding axis 180° to bring the second end region into a facing relationship with the first end region. The folding axis may also be defined by an arc extending in the machine direction MD, wherein the second end region of the advancing substrate is helically folded toward the inside of the arc. A folding apparatus including a curved or arc-shaped folding axis may also be configured such the first and second web paths have substantially equal lengths.

Abstract: An absorbent article comprising a topsheet, a backsheet, an absorbent core disposed between the topsheet and the backsheet, a longitudinal central axis and a transverse central axis, and a pattern visible through the topsheet. The pattern includes a first design element that repeats to form a primary motif, a second design element that repeats to form a secondary motif, and blue.

Abstract: An absorbent article comprises a three-dimensional liquid permeable topsheet. The topsheet comprises a first layer comprising a hydrophobic material and a second layer comprising a hydrophilic material. The first layer is joined to the second layer. The topsheet comprises a plurality of recesses, a plurality of projections, and a plurality of land areas. The land areas surround at least a majority of the plurality of projections and a plurality of the recesses. The absorbent article comprises a liquid impermeable backsheet, an acquisition material, an absorbent core disposed at least partially intermediate the acquisition material and the liquid impermeable backsheet, and an indicia. The indicia is on the acquisition material or the liquid permeable topsheet. The indicia is visible from a wearer-facing side of the absorbent article. The indicia is different color than the acquisition material or the liquid permeable topsheet.

Abstract: Pull-on disposable absorbent articles comprising an elastomeric belt comprising bicomponent nonwovens.

Abstract: An absorbent article is provided. The absorbent article includes a liquid pervious film topsheet having a body facing surface and a garment facing surface; a backsheet having a body facing surface and a garment facing surface; an absorbent core having a body facing surface and a garment facing surface, the absorbent core being provided between the topsheet and the backsheet; and a bonding layer having a body facing surface and a garment facing surface. The bonding layer having a basis weight of less than 100 gsm and positioned between the absorbent core and the topsheet, the bonding layer being bonded to the topsheet forming a bond pattern. The bond pattern covering at least about 10% to about 20% of the absorbent article.

Abstract: The invention relates to a powered wheelchair (100) for transporting a person, comprising a seat frame (40) for supporting the person, a pair of opposing main wheel assemblies (20, 30), including a first main wheel assembly (20) and a second main wheel assembly (30) connected to the seat frame (40), and a third main wheel assembly (50) arranged spaced apart from the pair of opposing main wheel assemblies (20, 30) and connected to said seat frame (40). The powered wheelchair further comprises a support wheel arrangement (10) for supporting the powered wheelchair (100), said support wheel arrangement (10) having a main beam (12) and a front support wheel unit (14) capable of being applied to a ground surface (95). The main beam (12) is rotatably connected to said third main wheel assembly (50) at a third connection point (C3) and connected via a guiding mechanism (80) to the first main wheel assembly (20) at a first connection point (C1).

Abstract: A caster wheel arrangement for a powered wheelchair, the caster wheel arrangement comprising: a caster wheel module comprising: a wheel rotatably connected to a first linkage member, wherein the wheel is rotatably arranged about a first axis of rotation of the wheel; and a support element rotatably connected to the first linkage member through a joint configured to allow a rotation of the first linkage member relative to the support element around a second axis of rotation perpendicular to the first axis of rotation; a second linkage member connected to the support element at a third axis of rotation, wherein the third axis of rotation is essentially perpendicular to the second axis of rotation of the first linkage member, to allow rotation of the caster wheel module about the third axis of rotation, wherein the third axis of rotation passes adjacent to the second axis of rotation.

Abstract: This invention provides a wheelchair with four wheel independent suspension and modular seating, allowing for customized seat selection and a variable ride. It includes a chair assembly, a chassis assembly and a suspension assembly. The chair assembly includes a seat; a seat mount; a seat angle adjuster; and a pillar. The chassis assembly includes a chassis; and a handle assembly. The suspension assembly includes a forward suspension assembly and a rear suspension assembly. In another embodiment, the wheelchair includes a chair assembly with handles, a main cross beam and a suspension spring assembly.

Abstract: A life assistance system includes an automatic liftable chair and an autonomous mobile robot connected to the automatic liftable chair via a network. The life assistance system assists a user in the action of standing up from the automatic liftable chair. The life assistance system is configured such that upon reception of a stand-up assist instruction by the autonomous mobile robot, the automatic liftable chair executes a first assisting action and that upon detection of a load applied to a handle of the autonomous mobile robot, the automatic liftable chair executes a second assisting action.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to an ultimate comfort n care bed, and a bed apparatus capable of seamlessly changing bed sheets while being occupied by a person, a method of relieving ulcers, and a method thereof. The present invention also relates to a medical or a hospital bed, and, more particularly, to a hospital bed capable of seamlessly changing bed-sheets while the hospital bed is occupied by a patient. The present invention also comprises of a medical bed apparatus which allows the seamlessly changing of a used bed sheet with a new bed sheet while the bed is occupied by a person, and a method thereof Optionally, the medical or hospital bed can also have an air bladder system to inflate or deflate the hospital bed mattress while a bed sheet is being changed.

Abstract: A soliton air mattress includes an array of air bladder cells that are individually inflatable to quiescent pressure levels which provide comfortable support for a human body, and a soliton wave generator including an air pressure-pulse generator controlled by a wave sequence generator for introducing into ordered sequences of air bladder cells a wave-like time sequence of air pressure pulses which vary quiescent pressure levels in the cells, the pressure wave resulting in a soliton traveling wave of body support force reduction which traverses surfaces of the air bladder cells, thus reducing normal forces exerted on a body and minimizing the occurrence rate of shear forces exerted on the body, thereby inhibiting formation of bedsores. The soliton wave patterns may optionally simulate water waves and/or rocking motions of a boat to produce relaxing effects.

Abstract: A fitted bottom sheet (which may be comprised of low-friction material if desired) can include at least one tube-receiving hole formed therethrough. By one approach the corners of the fitted bottom sheet can include a strap to help retain the fitted bottom sheet on a mattress. By one approach the aforementioned tube-receiving hole can be formed at each corner of the fitted bottom sheet. A strapless repositioning sheet can have a low-friction mattress-facing side in combination with webbing disposed along and attached to at least two side edges of the strapless repositioning sheet to thereby form a plurality of handhold openings and a plurality of strap-connection openings.

Abstract: Embodiments described herein include an integrated mobility assistance apparatus that is designed to assist a user to transition from a seated to a standing position, and store a plurality of customized accessories within a hollow region of a handle element. The integrated mobility assistance apparatus contains at least one mounting sleeve and at least one handle element that may be releasably attached to at least a shaft of an ambulatory aid. The at least one mounting sleeve may be adjustable to a desired height, and the at least one handle may transition from an at least substantially horizontal to vertical position to enable a patient to grip the handle element for additional balance support when transitioning from a plurality of positions using a pivot pin.

Abstract: A transport apparatus includes a base, a sling, and a support frame mounted to the base. The frame is configured to move from a first position relative to the base to a second position relative to the base. The frame includes a U-shaped frame with a lower cross-frame member and vertically oriented spaced side frame members joined with the cross-frame member. The side frame members support arm rests, and the cross-frame member optionally forms a footrest. In another aspect, the frame includes an access opening to allow a person egress and ingress to and from the sling through the frame.

Abstract: The present invention includes a bed sheet having one or more features to accommodate a user's grasp whereby to assist the user in safely lifting a patient with the bed sheet. The invention further includes a hoist system configured to raise and lower the bed sheet via the one or more features to accommodate a user's grasp. The one or more grasping features of the bed sheet may include handles that are secured to the bed sheet using an integrated webbing that allows the bed sheet to be used to transport patients from one location to another, such as from a gurney to a hospital bed. An integrated webbing of the bed sheet strengthens an interface between handles and a top portion of the bed sheet so that patients of substantial weight can be transported via the bed sheet.

Abstract: A patient care room and method of treating a patient in a patient care room includes a patient treatment area that is configured to accept a patient support, such as a bed, and a waste containment room that is walled from said treatment area. The waste containment room has a toilet and a door that selectively separates the waste containment area from the treatment area and a decontaminating unit. The decontaminating unit is capable of killing common pathogens. An airflow system discharges air from the waste containment room to outside of the patient care room thereby creating a negative pressure in the waste containment room with respect to the treatment area.

Abstract: Apparatus for use in isolating a subject, the apparatus including a frame movable between collapsed and erected configurations, a body supported by the frame, wherein in the erected configuration, the body defines an internal volume for containing a subject to thereby substantially isolate the subject from a surrounding environment and a door actuator supported by the frame for moving a door between open and closed positions to thereby provide access to the internal volume.

Abstract: An adjustable portable foot elevator. The adjustable portable foot elevator includes a base having an upper surface and lower surface, a plurality of support legs extending from the lower surface, a first vertical rod disposed on the upper surface, and a second vertical rod slidably engaged with the first vertical rod, wherein the second vertical rod can be locked in place via a locking mechanism. A footrest is disposed on the upper end of the second vertical rod. A cushion is disposed on the footrest, wherein the cushion is configured to support a foot thereon. The adjustable portable foot elevator provides a portable footrest that may be raised or lowered to maintain a foot at a desired elevated position for optimal comfort.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are tools and sets of tools that alleviate non-ergonomic positions of a practitioner, such as a body artist, cosmetician, or medical practitioner, and a subject to whom a treatment is being applied by the practitioner. These tools include body support devices, articulating and positionable trays that are designed to hold implements that will be used in the treatment, and positionable lighting systems.

Abstract: A motorized stretching machine for enabling a user to perform stretches targeting areas throughout their body includes a metal base frame with an integral slide track on which a motor driven foot rest apparatus is mounted, a plurality of hand grip frames that enables many different hand grips, and a plurality of foot stands. A plurality of push buttons are disposed in various locations on the right side and left side to allow the user to control the operation of the motor driven foot rest apparatus. The varied positioning of the push buttons facilitates full control during stretches and full stability because the user can hold onto other parts of the machine to assist with balance while actuating the motor control buttons. Advantageously, the overall design helps users engage selected muscle groups without losing balance or flexing any other muscles so the user can enjoy a full stretch.

Abstract: A method may include: calculating a first assistance torque to be provided to a user wearing a walking assistance apparatus; measuring a degree of twisting of a portion of the apparatus; calculating a second assistance torque transferred to the user based on the degree of twisting; and/or calculating a third assistance torque based on the first and second assistance torques, the third assistance torque corresponding to correction of the twisting. An assistance torque calculation apparatus may include: a bend sensor configured to measure a degree of twisting of a portion of a walking assistance apparatus; and/or a processor configured to calculate a first assistance torque to be provided to a user wearing the walking assistance apparatus, configured to calculate a second assistance torque transferred to the user based on the degree of twisting, and/or configured to calculate a third assistance torque based on the first and second assistance torques.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a walk assist robot for lower body walking of a walking trainee, including a joint angle signal measurement unit disposed on a joint of the walking trainee, an electromyogram (EMG) signal measurement unit disposed on a muscle related to ankle joint extension of the walking trainee, a plantar pressure signal measurement unit disposed on a sole of the walking trainee, and a control unit to recognize signals measured from the joint angle signal measurement unit, the EMG signal measurement unit and the plantar pressure signal measurement unit and process the signals to recognize a walking speed intention of the walking trainee, wherein the control unit controls a walking speed of the walk assist robot from the walking speed intention of the walking trainee.

Abstract: Provided is a pelvis fixing device including a rear fixing module including a driving module mounting portion, the rear fixing portion configured to enclose a side surface and a rear surface of a waist of a user, and a front fixing module including a soft layer and a hard layer configured to enclose a front surface of the waist of the user, wherein the hard layer is connected to the rear fixing module to form a closed loop around the waist of the user.