Multiplexed multi-electrode neurostimulation devices
US7974705B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 13, 2009 |
| Grant date | Jul 5, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 13, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/0553
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Implantable stimulation devices are provided. Aspects of the devices include a multiplexed multi-electrode component configured for neural stimulation. The multiplexed multi-electrode component includes two or more individually addressable satellite electrode structures electrically coupled to a common conductor. The satellite structures include a hermetically sealed integrated circuit controller operatively coupled to one or more electrodes. Also provided are systems that include the devices of the invention, as well as methods of using the systems and devices in a variety of different applications.
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