Patent classifications
A61N1/0526
SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SELF-PROGRAMMING STIMULATION SETTINGS
A method includes configuring, by a computing device, stimulation settings for each electrode in an at least one electrode array in physical contact with a patient, the stimulation settings having adjustable parameters comprising frequency, pulse width, and amplitude, obtaining, by the computing device, feedback information from the patient, and automatically adjusting, by the computing device, at least one of the adjustable parameters based on the feedback information from the patient.
DEVICES AND METHODS FOR TREATING CRANIOFACIAL PAIN
Some implementations provide a method for treating craniofacial pain in a patient, the method including: placing a wirelessly powered passive device through an opening into a target site in a head or neck region of the patient's body, the wirelessly powered passive device configured to receive an input signal non-inductively from an external antenna; positioning the wirelessly powered passive device adjacent to or near a nerve at the target site; and causing neural modulation to the nerve through one or more electrodes on the wirelessly powered passive device.
WEARABLE DEVICES FOR TREATING SLEEP APNEA, AND ASSOCIATED SYSTEMS AND METHODS
The present technology is generally directed to wearable devices for treating sleep apnea, and associated systems and methods. In some embodiments, a system for treating sleep apnea comprises an implantable device and a wearable device. The implantable device can be implantably positionable at a patient's head and/or neck, proximate to the patient's oral cavity, and include a signal generator configured to generate an electrical signal, an electrode coupled to the signal generator to direct the electrical signal to the patient's tissue, and a power receiver device coupled to the signal generator. The wearable device can include a power source and a power transmission device coupled to the power source and configured to transmit power wirelessly to the implantable device.
Noninvasive cranial nerve therapy
The present invention relates to systems for providing noninvasive cranial nerve stimulation and methods for using the same. The present invention administers therapy through electrodes that are noninvasively attached to one or more of a subject's cranial nerve. The systems can be used to enhancing rehabilitation and recovery by improving neuroplasticity and coupling muscle training with feedback.
Universal low-profile intercranial assembly
A universal low-profile intercranial assembly includes a mounting plate and a low profile intercranial device composed of a static cranial implant and an interdigitating functional neurosurgical implant. The low profile intercranial device is shaped and dimensioned for mounted to the mounting plate.
Systems, devices and methods for galvanic vestibular stimulation using a modulated version of a generated electrical signal
A method of neurostimulation may include delivering an electrical signal to a plurality of electrodes connected to a patient. The electrical signal may include an amplitude and a carrier frequency. The method may include modulating the electrical signal based on an audio waveform. In some embodiments, the modulating may include modulating at least one of the amplitude and the carrier frequency based on the audio waveform to modulate the electrical signal.
SYSTEM AND METHOD OF IMPROVING SLEEP
A method of transplanting a sleep state of a first subject (donor) to a second subject (recipient) comprising: capturing a sleep state of the first subject represented by brain activity patterns; and transplanting the sleep state of the first subject in the second subject by inducing the brain activity patterns in the second subject.
METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR FABRICATING 3D MULTIELECTRODE ARRAYS WITH 3D PRINTED ELECTRODES
Methods and systems for fabricating 3D electronic devices, such as multielectrode arrays, including metalized, 3D printed structures using integrated 3D printing and photolithography techniques are disclosed. As one embodiment, a multielectrode array comprises a flexible substrate, a plurality of photopatterned electrical traces spaced apart and insulated from one another on the substrate, and a plurality of 3D printed electrodes. Each 3D printed electrode comprises a photopolymer coated in metal and has a 3D structure that extends outward from the substrate, and each 3D printed electrode is electrically connected to a corresponding electrical trace of the plurality of photopatterned electrical traces.
Implantable head mounted neurostimulation system for head pain
An implantable head-mounted unibody peripheral neurostimulation system is provided for implantation in the head for the purpose of treating chronic head pain, including migraine. The system may include an implantable pulse generator (IPG) from which multiple stimulating leads may extend sufficient to allow for adequate stimulation over multiple regions of the head, preferably including the frontal, parietal and occipital regions. A lead may include an extended body, along which may be disposed a plurality of surface metal electrodes, which may be sub-divided into a plurality of electrode arrays. A plurality of internal metal wires may run a portion of its length and connect the IPG's internal circuit to the surface metal electrodes. The IPG may include a rechargeable battery, an antenna, and an application specific integrated circuit. The IPG may be capable of functional connection with an external radiofrequency unit for purposes that may include recharging, diagnostic evaluation, and programming.
Head cap with channel identification
A head cap with channel identification includes a head cap, channel identification module, a controlling module, and electrical stimulation modules. The head cap includes the channels therein, and the head cap includes brain regions corresponding to the brain areas of the human being. The electrical stimulation modules disposed in the channels, and the channel identification modules disposed around the peripheral of the channels. The controlling module is electrically coupled to the channel identification modules. When the electrical stimulation modules disposed in some of the channels, the channel identification modules around the peripheral of the channels and the electrical stimulation module are constituted a circuit conduction status or a short circuit status, then the channel identification module transmits a signal to the controlling module to determine the desired sites of the electrical stimulation module where is corresponding to one of the brain areas of the human being according to the signal.