Separated-interface nerve electrode
US9008800B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 18, 2010 |
| Grant date | Apr 14, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 9, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/36103
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Example ionic coupling electrodes are described. One example ionic conducting electrode includes a first portion that can be coupled to a single phase current source. The first portion carries current flow via electrons. The electrode includes a second portion to apply a current to a nerve tissue. The second portion carries current flow via ions. The second portion is positioned between the nerve tissue and the first portion to prevent the first portion from touching the nerve tissue. The current applied to the nerve tissue is produced in the second portion in response to a current that is present in the first portion. The current present in the first portion is provided from a single phase current source. The electrode may be used in applications including, but not limited to, nerve block applications and nerve stimulation applications.
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