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Improved detection of heart-rate variability for wearable devices

Summary Heart-rate variability (HRV) is a suggested marker of the autonomic nervous system, but artifacts produced by movement with wrist worn devices decreases the validity and utility of this data. Oregon Health & Science University researchers have developed an improved method of removing motion artifacts, understanding the amount of data that...

Published: 10/4/2021 | Inventor(s): David Sheridan, Steven Baker, Ryan Dehart

Keywords(s): Diagnostics, Research Tools, Software

Category(s): Diagnostics, Research Tools, Software

Koala Kushion: an improved feeding positioner for infants

Summary Reflux or feeding difficulties are common for infants, causing significant stress to parents and the prescription of unneeded medications. Oregon Health & Science University healthcare professionals have developed the Koala Kushion, a positioner designed specifically to make feeding infants, with and without reflux, easier. Technology...

Published: 9/21/2021 | Inventor(s): Jessica Grant, David Sheridan, Greg Hinzmann, Samantha Swartz

Keywords(s): Device, Device - Other

Category(s): Device

EAR Tool: External Auricular Retrieval Tool

SummaryA simple low-cost device to remove foreign objects from even small child-sized ear canals, potentially decreasing patient anxiety and the need for more expensive and invasive procedures. Technology OverviewObjects lodged in ears of children are a frequent reason for emergency department visits, but no retrieval tools exist that are small enough...

Published: 9/9/2021 | Inventor(s): David Sheridan, Richard Weitzel

Keywords(s): Device, Device - Other

Category(s): Device