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Stimulation system and method treating a neurological disorder

US8340771B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 19, 2010
Grant dateDec 25, 2012
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Expiry dateOct 9, 2030

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

Abstract

According to one aspect, a method of treating a patient by electrically stimulating a predetermined site to treat a neurological condition. The method includes implanting a lead into subcutaneous tissue of the C2 dermatome/C3 dermatome area.

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