Non-pharmaceutical systems and methods of treating the symptoms of fibromyalgia
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Publication Number
US-12076496-B2
Publication Date
2024-09-03
Expiration Date
2040-07-09
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Abstract
Non-pharmaceutical systems and methods of treating the symptoms of fibromyalgia are described. The method includes administering a therapeutically effective amount of a sensory stimulus to a person, wherein the sensory stimulus includes one or more visual stimuli and one or more auditory stimuli.
Core Innovation
The invention provides non-pharmaceutical systems and methods for treating symptoms of fibromyalgia by administering a therapeutically effective amount of sensory stimulus to a person, wherein the sensory stimulus includes one or more visual stimuli and one or more auditory stimuli. This method includes providing stimuli over a period of time, which may comprise two or more simultaneous stimuli such as visual and auditory stimuli, each potentially including sequences of stimuli patterns with different frequencies that may alternate between sensory organs.
The system for treatment comprises a headset configured to be worn on the head of a person, equipped with light and vibration sources to deliver visual and auditory stimuli respectively. The auditory stimuli may be delivered via bone conduction transducers that can also provide tactile sensations. The system may include sensors and a controller that modulates the stimuli in response to measurements such as heart rate variability to improve therapeutic outcomes. The sensory stimuli patterns may include pulses at specific brain wave frequencies and alternate between left and right channels to enhance relaxation and pain management.
Claims Coverage
The patent includes three independent claims addressing a method of treating fibromyalgia, a system for treating fibromyalgia, and a headset configured for administering treatment. The claims focus on inventive features related to sensory stimuli administration and system configuration.
Method of treating fibromyalgia with alternating sensory stimuli and state-responsive modification
Administering a therapeutically effective amount of sensory stimuli comprising visual and auditory stimuli that alternate between a left visual and right auditory pattern and a right visual and left auditory pattern, wherein auditory stimuli include sequences of stimuli patterns with first, second, and third pulse frequencies; obtaining measurements of the person's state using sensors; determining the state comprising sleep or levels of calmness/arousal; and modifying the sensory stimulus accordingly, with specified pulse frequency ranges (7.5-8.5 Hz, 2.5-3.5 Hz, 0.5-1.5 Hz).
System for treating fibromyalgia with a headset responsive to person’s state
A headset includes a frame worn on the head, sensors, left and right light sources, and auditory sources controlled by a processor to deliver sensory stimuli alternating between left visual and right auditory patterns, and right visual and left auditory patterns. The system obtains measurements, determines the person's state (sleep, calmness/arousal), and modifies the stimuli accordingly, using pulse frequencies within specified ranges (7.5-8.5 Hz, 2.5-3.5 Hz, 0.5-1.5 Hz).
Headset configured to administer treatment alternating visual and auditory stimuli responsive to user's state
A headset comprising a frame, sensor, processor, and light and auditory sources configured to generate alternating left visual/right auditory and right visual/left auditory inputs according to stimulus patterns with first, second, and third pulse frequencies. The headset obtains measurements to determine the person's state (sleep, calmness/arousal) and modifies sensory stimuli accordingly, with pulse frequencies in specified ranges (7.5-8.5 Hz, 2.5-3.5 Hz, 0.5-1.5 Hz).
The inventive features cover a method, system, and headset for treating fibromyalgia by administering alternating visual and auditory sensory stimuli modulated in response to real-time measurements of the person's physiological or mental state, with specified pulse frequency ranges that correspond to brain wave frequencies, enhancing treatment effectiveness.
Stated Advantages
Provides a non-pharmaceutical treatment option for fibromyalgia symptoms.
Delivers combined visual and auditory stimuli that synergize to improve therapeutic outcomes.
Allows modulation of sensory stimuli in real-time based on physiological state measurements to enhance relaxation and pain management.
Facilitates improved tolerance and perception of pain through sensory stimulation.
Offers a wearable headset system for convenient and controlled administration of therapy.
Documented Applications
Treating symptoms of fibromyalgia including anxiety, pain, depression, and sleep disorders.
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