Apparatus and methods for providing electrical stimulation
US8676333B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 17, 2012 |
| Grant date | Mar 18, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 17, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/36034
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An apparatus is disclosed for providing a single-channel, interlaced electrical stimulation signal to a subject from a stimulation unit using a transmission line and a plurality of electrodes. The apparatus may include one or more discrete nodes, each adapted for receiving the electrical stimulation connecting with at least one pair of the plurality of electrodes. The node or nodes are adapted to select the particular signal intended for the electrodes associated with that node. The apparatus may also include one or more sensors in communication with the stimulation unit for communicating information relevant to the subject being stimulated.
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