Abstract:
An implantable stimulation system comprises a stimulator (138) for generating electrical stimulation and a conductive stimulation lead (134) having a proximal end electrically coupled to the stimulator (138), wherein at least a first component of the impedance looking into the stimulator (138) is substantially matched to the impedance of the stimulation lead (134). At least one distal stimulation electrode (132) is positioned proximate the distal end of the stimulation lead (134).
Abstract:
A lead configured to be implanted into a patient's body comprises a lead body (104) and a conductive filer (98) positioned within the lead body (104) and having a distal portion. An electrode (130) is electrically coupled to the lead body and comprises a stimulation portion (132), a bobbin (134), and at least one coil of wire wound (136) on the bobbin (134) and electrically coupled between the stimulation portion (132) and the distal end region to form an inductor between the distal end region and the stimulation portion.
Abstract:
A pulse stimulation system configured for implantation into a patient's body (28) comprises a pulse stimulator (102), a conductive stimulation lead (104) having a proximal end electrically coupled to the pulse simulator (102) and having a distal end, and an electrode assembly (122) coupled to the distal end of the stimulation lead. The electrode assembly comprises an electrode body having a therapy electrode (124) thereon that is electrically coupled to the stimulation lead for delivering therapy to the patient. A floating electrode (126) is configured to contact the patient's body tissue and has a surface area substantially larger than that of the therapy electrode. A filter (132) is coupled between the therapy electrode (124) and the floating electrode (126) for diverting RF energy toward the floating electrode (126) and away from the therapy electrode (124).
Abstract:
A neurostimulation system is configured for implantation into a patient's body and comprises a neurostimulator (102), a conductive stimulation lead (104) having a first proximal end and a first distal end, at least one distal electrode (114) electrically coupled proximate the first distal end, and a lead extension (100) having a second proximal end electrically coupled to the neurostimulator and having a second distal end electrically coupled to the first proximal end. A shunt (120) is electrically coupled to the first proximal end for diverting RF energy from the lead.
Abstract:
A medical lead is provided for use in a pulse stimulation system of the type which includes a pulse generator (102) for producing electrical stimulation therapy. The lead comprises an elongate insulating body (120) and at least one electrical conductor (106) within the insulating body (120). The conductor has a proximal end configured to be electrically coupled to the pulse generator and has a DC resistance in the range of 375-2000 ohms. At least one distal electrode (114) is coupled to the conductor (106).
Abstract:
A neurostimulation lead is configured to be implanted into a patient's body (28) and has at least one distal electrode (114). The lead comprises at least one conductive filer (106) electrically coupled to the distal electrode (114), a jacket (128) for housing the conductive filer (106) and a shield (126) surrounding at least a portion of the filer (106) for reducing electromagnetic coupling to the filer.
Abstract:
A patient programmer for facilitating patient control over an implanted medical device, such as an implanted spinal cord stimulator or the like, is disclosed. A programmer in accordance with the present invention is a portable, light-weight, easy to use patient programmer. The programmer enables a patient to control the operation of his or her implanted device outside of a clinical setting. The programmer incorporates features which ensure that users of varying ages, education levels, dexterity levels, physical and mental health will be able to safely control the operation of their implanted devices, within predefined limits established by a physician or clinician. Circuitry is provided for avoiding battery depletion and/or undesired programmer/implanted device communication in the event that the programmer's key is accidentally depressed (for example, due to being jammed into a purse or pocket) or is depressed repeatedly or continuously over an extended period of time. The programmer provides tactile, audible, and visible feedback to the user to convey information regarding the proper (or improper) operation of the programmer and the implanted device. In one embodiment, the device includes a beeper and light-emitting diodes (LEDs) to indicate, for example, that a desired programming function has been successful or unsuccessful.
Abstract:
An implantable stimulation system comprises a stimulator (138) for generating electrical stimulation and a conductive stimulation lead (134) having a proximal end electrically coupled to the stimulator (138), wherein at least a first component of the impedance looking into the stimulator (138) is substantially matched to the impedance of the stimulation lead (134). At least one distal stimulation electrode (132) is positioned proximate the distal end of the stimulation lead (134).
Abstract:
A medical lead is provided for use in a pulse stimulation system of the type which includes a pulse generator (102) for producing electrical stimulation therapy. The lead comprises an elongate insulating body (120) and at least one electrical conductor (106) within the insulating body (120). The conductor has a proximal end configured to be electrically coupled to the pulse generator and has a DC resistance in the range of 375-2000 ohms. At least one distal electrode (114) is coupled to the conductor (106).
Abstract:
A medical lead is configured to be implanted into a patient's body and comprises a lead body (104), and an electrode (110) coupled to the lead body (104). The electrode (110) comprises a first section (112) configured to contact the patient's body, and a second section (116) electrically coupled to the first section (112) and configured to be capacitively coupled to the patient's body.