Selective neurostimulation for treating mood disorders
US7532935B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 29, 2005 |
| Grant date | May 12, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 1, 2027 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/0534
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method and device for treating a mood and/or anxiety disorder are disclosed which comprise electrical, chemical or magnetic stimulation of certain areas of the brain to modulate neuronal activity of areas associated with symptoms of mood disorders. In certain embodiments, deep brain stimulation is combined with cranial nerve stimulation to enhance symptomatic relief of the disorder. Certain embodiments also employ a sensing capability to optimize the therapeutic treatment regimen.
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