Bruxism method and apparatus using electrical signals

Details Bruxism method and apparatus using electrical signals Bruxism method and apparatus using electrical signals

1989-03-31

1990-06-19

Sykes, Angela D.

Surgery

Truss

Pad

128777, 128905, A61B 510

Patent

active

049343785

ABSTRACT:
The invention measures the electrical signals at the microvolt level emitted from the masseteric (jaw) muscle when bruxism occurs. The apparatus detects electrical signal impulses from electrodes on a transducer probe located within one of the patient's ear channels and transmits the detected signals to an amplifier. in one embodiment, a circuit converts the signal information into an audible tone. The tone provides the immediate knowledge of the bruxism which leads to controlling of the action. The apparatus may be worn inconspicuously during the day and without discomfort while asleep for sleep interruption feedback.

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