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Non-regular electrical stimulation patterns for improved efficiency in treating Parkinson's disease

US11975194B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 30, 2017
Grant dateMay 7, 2024
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Expiry dateOct 30, 2037

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61N1/36196
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Systems and methods for stimulation of neurological tissue generate stimulation trains with temporal patterns of stimulation, in which the interval between electrical pulses (the inter-pulse intervals) changes or varies over time. Compared to conventional continuous, high rate pulse trains having regular (i.e., constant) inter-pulse intervals, the non-regular (i.e., not constant) pulse patterns or trains that embody features of the invention provide a lower average frequency. The systems and methods for stimulation of neurological tissue may be used to increase the efficacy of treatment in patients with Parkinson's Disease.

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