Pairing vagus nerve stimulation with EMG-controlled functional electrical stimulation to enhance neuroplasticity and recovery
US12337178B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 18, 2022 |
| Grant date | Jun 24, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 30, 2043 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/0456
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A combined closed-loop functional electrical stimulation (FES) and Vagal nerve stimulation (VNS) therapy system for treating neurological injuries. Detected EMG signals are used to determine movement (or intended movement) of an extremity. FES is then delivered to help evoke the movement, and VNS is delivered to enhance neuroplasticity and recovery.
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