Nerve stimulation functionality indicator apparatus and method
US7689292B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 27, 2003 |
| Grant date | Mar 30, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 7, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/37247
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An operational status display for a nerve stimulator is located remote from the nerve stimulator. In one embodiment the display comprises a stand-alone discrete component that can be placed as desired by the nerve stimulator needle. In another embodiment, the display comprises an integral part of the nerve stimulator needle. The display can be alphanumeric or can comprise one or more discrete signal lights or other visual indicia. Color can be used to provide information regarding levels (intensity) of current, or the energy being provided to the needle and/or being delivered to the patient. In some embodiments these displays also provide information regarding the presence or absence of current and/or the polarity of the electricity then being provided to the nerve stimulator needle.
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