Tibial nerve stimulation device
US9265927B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 6, 2012 |
| Grant date | Feb 23, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 6, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/378
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A stimulation therapy device provides an electrical stimulation therapy to branches of the tibial nerve of a patient. The device comprises a support member configured to be worn around the ankle or foot of the patient, first and second pairs of electrodes attached to the support member, and a stimulation circuit attached to the support member. The stimulation circuit is configured to deliver electrical stimulation pulses through the first and second pairs of electrodes.
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