Vestibular stimulation device
US9089692B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 28, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jul 28, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 26, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/361
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A vestibular stimulation array is disclosed having one or more separate electrode arrays each operatively adapted for implantation in a semicircular canal of the vestibular system, wherein each separate electrode array is dimensioned and constructed so that so that residual vestibular function is preserved. In particular, the electrode arrays are dimensioned such that the membranous labyrinth is not substantially compressed. Furthermore, the electrode array has a stop portion to limit insertion of the electrode array into the semi-circular canal and is stiff enough to avoid damage to the anatomical structures.
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