RUTH SMITH, RPT
Physical Therapy at Brookridge Cir, Lorah, IA
License number
Iowa 01864
Category
Restorative Service Providers
Type
Physical Therapist
Address
Address
2
1200 Brookridge Cir, Lorah, IA 50022
1082 Forest St, Lamoni, IA 50140
1082 Forest St, Lamoni, IA 50140
Phone
(615) 896-6400
(641) 784-6353
(641) 784-6353
Professional information
Ruth Smith, Atlantic IA - RPT
Specialties:
Physical Therapy
Address:
1200 Brookridge Cir, Atlantic 50022
(615) 896-6400 (Phone)
(615) 896-6400 (Phone)
Languages:
English
Therapeutic Treatment Device With Emg Biofeedback
US Patent:
2012026, Oct 18, 2012
Filed:
Apr 14, 2012
Appl. No.:
13/447167
Inventors:
Ruth Eileen Smith - Lamoni IA, US
International Classification:
A61H 7/00
US Classification:
601 15, 601134
Abstract:
A hand-held pressure applicator for treating painful muscle spasms, trigger points, or muscle tension in combination with an electromyographic (EMG) sensor and other possible add-ons, such as a means for applying laser therapy. Manual tactile pressure is applied through the hand-held applicator which is placed directly on the affected area overlaying the problematic muscle spasm or trigger point. Pressure sensors located at the tip of the applicator monitor the amount of tactile pressure administered to the patient. The applicator applies pressure to the affected area while simultaneously monitoring the muscular activity by way of EMG biofeedback. The applicator of the invention provides real time feedback that can be used to adjust the applied pressure, continue at the same level, or conclude the session.