Use of implantable body position and body movement sensors

Details Use of implantable body position and body movement sensors Use of implantable body position and body movement sensors

2007-03-01

2011-11-22

Patel, Niketa (Department: 3762)

Surgery: light, thermal, and electrical application

Light, thermal, and electrical application

Electrical therapeutic systems

Reexamination Certificate

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08065001

ABSTRACT:
Implantable systems, and methods for use therewith, are provided for using an implantable sensor for detecting body position and/or body movement, and using what is learned therefrom to improve accuracy of an implantable sensor that is sensitive to at least one of body position and/or body movement. Also provided are implantable systems, and methods for use therewith, that detect body position and/or body movement in order to monitor a condition and/or detect specific episodes. Other embodiments are also provided.

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