| 摘要 |
<p>The invention relates to facial stimulation apparatus configured to be worn in a generally horizontal orientation on a user's head, and which uses the ear (14) as an anatomical reference to ensure correct and repeatable placement of skin electrodes (16a,16b) overlying the human facial nerves (1-5) to facilitate Electrical Muscle Stimulation (EMS). The apparatus is provided with a headband (22) having a bend or deviation (24) proximate a distal portion (20) thereof on which the electrodes (16a, 16b) are attached. The internal angle of each non-adjustable bend or deviation (24) extends out of the general plane within which the remainder of the headband (22) lies and defines an unambiguous location feature which ensures repeatable and accurate positioning of each electrode (16a, 16b). The apparatus overcomes problems inherent in known devices and, in particular, requires no anatomical knowledge on the part of the end user for its safe and most effective placement.</p> |
