Method and apparatus for altering neural tissue function
US5983141A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 27, 1996 |
| Grant date | Nov 9, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 27, 2016 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/403
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method and apparatus for altering a function of neural tissue in a patient. An electromagnetic signal is applied to the neural tissue through an electrode. The electromagnetic signal has a frequency component above the physiological stimulation frequency range and an intensity sufficient to produce an alteration of the neural tissue, the alteration causing the patient to experience a reduction in pain, and a waveform that prevents lethal temperature elevation of the neural tissue during application of the electromagnetic signal to the neural tissue.
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