SpinHeadSet

Problem

5 hours and 36 minutes – the average time Polish teenagers spend online on weekdays. That’s 2 hours more than 8 years ago. Up to 70% of children in Europe have posture defects Posture disorders in children are the result of negative lifestyle changes in both children and their parents, related to, among other things:

a sedentary lifestyl

lack of physical activity

excessive use of electronic devicesh

Headaches and neck pain<

Pain or cracking during chewing and biting

Back muscle pain

Teeth grinding

• 70% of children in Europe have posture defects
• 70% of Europeans have malocclusion
• 15% of children take painkillers for headaches and neck pain
• Over 70% of adults and 23% of children in Europe experience headaches of unknown cause
• 40% of children with chronic headaches are found to have medication-overuse headaches
• 20% of children suffer from eye strain or computer vision syndrome, manifested by dry and irritated eyes, blurred vision, headaches, fatigue, and neck and back pain.

System SpinHeadSet

SpinHeadSet Home
Our goal is to improve posture while working at a computer, reduce the negative effects of prolonged sitting, and increase patient awareness of therapy and the nature of the problem.
That is why we created the SpinHeadSet Home system. Our solution allows therapy to be conducted at home, at any time and in comfortable conditions, which significantly increases the regularity and effectiveness of the exercises. This makes it possible to support treatment on a daily basis without the need for frequent visits to specialists. The device simultaneously records head and jaw movements, allowing for precise analysis of their interrelationships. Using motion sensors, biofeedback, and artificial intelligence algorithms, the system continuously analyzes the collected data, detecting abnormalities in the functioning of the musculoskeletal system and masticatory organs.
SpinHeadSet Home combines advanced biomechanical technology, artificial intelligence, and elements of virtual therapy. This makes the therapy not only effective but also engaging – the patient exercises in the form of interactive tasks and therapeutic games designed by a team of physiotherapists, speech therapists, and osteopaths. SpinHeadSet Home is a modern home rehabilitation system with applications in:
1. Physiotherapy
2. Dental prosthetics (bite reconstruction)
3. Orthodontics
4. Sports medicine

We have 15 years of experience in rehabilitation – our system was created in response to the needs of doctors and their patients.

SpinHeadSet Home consists of:

• a tablet with a camera
• “glasses”
• a set of therapeutic tasks


SpinHeadSet Pro
SpinHeadSet Pro is a diagnostic version designed for specialist clinics and therapy centers. It is equipped with advanced biomechanical analysis functions, automatic report generation, therapy progress tracking, and tools to support clinical decision-making. It enables precise selection of a therapy plan and strict control of its effects. Our tool allows for accurate collection of data on head and jaw movements simultaneously. It is the first such system to record the movements of these two areas in real time, helping to understand how posture affects bite and vice versa. We collect more than just basic data. We create a unique movement pattern that shows how body posture is related to bite. These new measurements are a breakthrough in diagnostics, previously unattainable, and form the basis for developing treatment models for patients with posture and bite problems.

Who is SpinHeadSet Home designed for?

SpinHeadSet Home is a solution designed for patients with various functional problems that cannot be effectively solved by dental work or simple posture correction alone. The device is intended for people who need a comprehensive approach based on a combination of diagnostics, therapy, and regular monitoring of results.





For children and teenagers with posture and bite defects SpinHeadSet Home helps to shape correct movement patterns from an early age – when the neuromuscular system is most plastic and the effectiveness of therapy is highest.



For patients with cervical spine instability Improper head position and tension in the cervical spine have a huge impact on the functioning of the entire body. By combining posture analysis with functional therapy, SpinHeadSet Home supports a comprehensive approach to treatment.



For patients with temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD) Tension in the masticatory muscles, joint clicking, headaches, and jaw clenching are problems that require a precise approach and control. SpinHeadSet Home allows you to safely perform exercises at home with simultaneous biofeedback.



For people with abnormal swallowing and tongue position Myofunctional disorders, such as abnormal swallowing, tongue position, or mouth breathing, are often overlooked in therapy. SpinHeadSet Home allows them to be detected and treated using specially designed tasks and exercises.



For adults who cannot afford frequent visits to specialists SpinHeadSet Home allows therapy to be conducted at home under clinical supervision. This saves time and money and ensures greater regularity of exercise, which means better therapy results.

Diagnostic process

Standard treatment process

Our proposal

1
A child with headaches, neck pain, malocclusion, and poor posture visits an orthodontist or physical therapist
2
Diagnosis of the problem, e.g., crooked teeth, poor posture, tension headaches
3
Implementation of treatment – orthodontic braces and exercises with a physiotherapist, as well as recommendations for exercises at home.
4
Home exercises tailored to cognitive abilities with ongoing feedback on their correct performance – a tool to support therapy – changing habits.

Effect of therapy

One visit per week to a physiotherapist.


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Exercises 7 times a week for 7 minutes

Our many years of experience show that short but regular exercises – just 7 minutes a day – bring better therapeutic results and help to develop lasting, positive habits than sporadic meetings with a therapist.

Benefits

Why is it important to maintain correct head posture?




Reduction of muscle tension and headaches
Correct head posture relieves tension in the neck, shoulder, and back muscles, which significantly reduces the frequency and intensity of headaches. In children, whose headaches are often accompanied by poor posture, regular exercise and conscious posture correction can lead to their complete disappearance. In addition, the reduction of tension leads to improved well-being and lower stress levels.



Stability of dental treatment
Correct posture and proper muscle tension support the durability of orthodontic and prosthetic treatment, eliminating additional forces that can interfere with the effects of therapy.



Better eye health and proper breathing pattern<
KPosture correction improves visual ergonomics – it minimizes eye strain during study or computer work. At the same time, open airways promote deeper, calmer breathing, which improves concentration and overall well-being.



Lasting habits for life
Developing correct postural patterns at a young age is much faster and more effective. This gives children healthy habits that will serve them well for many years to come.



Prevention of spinal problems
Early posture correction prevents future spinal disorders such as scoliosis or cervical and thoracic overload. It is an investment in future health.



Objective control and progress monitoring
The system provides accurate real-time data on head position, which facilitates monitoring of therapy effects and allows for quick adjustment of the exercise program.



Better communication and treatment planning
Objective data on habitual head position helps dentists and physical therapists to precisely plan bite restoration, orthodontic or prosthetic treatment. This makes cooperation between specialists more effective and treatment better tailored to the individual needs of the patient.

Research and publications

The difference between habitual and reference positions

The reference position is the position of the head and cervical spine in which optimal stability and mobility are achieved, requiring minimal muscular effort to balance the forces acting in this area of the human body. The habitual position is the position that the body assumes as a result of unfavorable biomechanical conditions.


An unbalanced distribution of forces in the head-mandible-neck complex causes the body to adopt compensatory strategies to offset these overloads. The problem, however, is that compensatory strategies become “worn out,” and will therefore cause discomfort and develop various diseases in the future. It is therefore crucial to achieve a reference position in which the balance of the head-neck-mandible system ensures optimal, proper functioning of the system without causing the development of pathologies.

The importance of head position

The reference position of the head is achieved through the work of active stabilizers – deep muscles of the cervical spine and passive structures such as ligaments, joints, and joint capsules. An efficiently functioning muscular system ensures optimal distribution of forces and projection of the head’s center of gravity onto the spine (according to the literature, the projection of the head’s center of gravity is located in the area of the anterior sella turcica of the skull). Thanks to this position of the skull, the direction of forces acting on the paired temporomandibular joints, masseter muscles, and temporal muscles is minimal, and the weight of the mandible itself is balanced.

The correct projection of the center of gravity in the skull allows for full movement of the head and cervical spine. This occurs during spinal rotation, known as the screw-down phenomenon, i.e., the lowering of the atlas relative to the axis in a screw-like motion. This maintains constant tension that controls and regulates the membranes and ligaments in this region. The shape of the joint surfaces and this tension allow for full range of motion without overloading the tissues.


Reference position and temporomandibular joints

Under optimal conditions (reference position of the head), normal biomechanical movement occurs in the temporomandibular joints, which is then symmetrical, repeatable in terms of quality, and maximum for a given person. The full range of mandibular abduction is 50-60 mm, with 50% of this movement being rotation of the condyle around the disc and the other 50% being displacement of the condyle and articular disc. This is facilitated by the correct distribution of forces and the work of the tongue, which lies flat on the upper palate in 2/3 of the case with the teeth out of contact. Negative pressure is maintained between the tongue and the palate in a space called Donders’ space.

Reference position, blood vessels, and airways

The position of the head and tongue affects the position and cross-section of blood vessels and airways. Under reference conditions, the tongue lying on the upper palate maintains proper ventilation through the nose, optimal cross-section through the airways, and the deep neck muscles keep the vertebral artery in the correct position in the atlas and axis region. They ensure their angle of entry into the skull. As a result, the brain is optimally supplied with better oxygenated blood. Proper breathing is also associated with proper swallowing, which occurs up to 3,000 times a day. Without optimal conditions, compensation occurs in the neck muscles, which can lead to instability in the cervical spine.


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