Project Description:

Resonova is a wearable therapeutic device designed to alleviate dysmenorrhea through a novel combination of stochastic resonance (SR) vibration and targeted thermal therapy. Dysmenorrhea affects a significant portion of menstruating individuals, often leading to reduced quality of life and missed daily activities. Current treatments, including NSAIDs, hormonal therapies, and standalone heat, primarily address symptoms after pain onset and may have side effects or limited efficacy.

Resonova addresses this gap by targeting both neural and physiological pain pathways. Stochastic resonance enhances sensory signal processing to modulate pain perception at the neural level, while localized heat improves blood flow and relaxes uterine muscles, reducing ischemic pain caused by prostaglandin-induced contractions. The system integrates a graphene heater, coin vibration motor, and microcontroller within a compact, wearable patch, controlled via a mobile interface.

This dual-modality, drug-free approach offers a personalized, non-invasive solution that empowers users with real-time, adjustable pain management and has potential for broader chronic pain applications.

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Resonova: A wearable dual-modality device using stochastic resonance and heat therapy to provide personalized, drug-free relief for menstrual pain.

Ananya Eashwer

Megan Li

Joyce Ting

Elina Park

Sathappan Ramesh

Clinical Diagnostics of Medical Devices