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Transcranial brain stimulation

US6132361A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMar 15, 1999
Grant dateOct 17, 2000
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Expiry dateMar 15, 2019

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61N2/006
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An apparatus and method for transcranial magnetic brain stimulation. The apparatus allows transcranial stimulation at higher power efficiency and lower heat generation than prior available magnetic stimulator coils without an iron core. Use of the apparatus allows an improved method for active localization of language function. The device can also be used in rapid rate transcranial magnetic stimulation for the treatment of depression.

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