Spinal Electrodes TRIZ Cases

Expandable prongs transition from compressed to expanded states, resolving the trade-off between small device diameter and strong fixation capability.

A neural probe array with a microchannel induces nerve regeneration and physically isolates the electrode from gliosis.

A multichannel deep brain stimulation electrode array delivers electromagnetic pulses while detecting neuronal responses via phase-sensitive detection.

Renal nerve stimulation reduces airway resistance and improves respiratory drive, addressing underlying physiological issues in sleep apnea treatment.

A programmer generates electrical and activation field models to visualize stimulation energy distribution within patient anatomy for implantable leads.

Closed-loop neurostimulator activates hypoglossal nerve to maintain airway patency, improving compliance over CPAP.

Automated amplitude sweeping identifies patient responders without paresthesia, reducing trial periods for high frequency spinal cord stimulation.

Alternating polarity pulses recruit dorsal column fibers efficiently, extending battery life while maintaining pain relief.

Braided conductors in an extensible polymer body maintain electrical stability during body stretching, preventing mechanical stress failures.

Intermittent burst stimulation reduces energy consumption while maintaining neural modulation effectiveness for gastrointestinal disorders.

Bonding LCP coupons to a rigid backing eliminates uneven seating and delamination risks in implantable electrode arrays.

An implantable assembly stimulates the auricular branch of the vagal nerve using individually programmable electrodes for precise targeting.

Analog front-end device selects channels from an implantable electrode array for closed-loop neuromodulation.

A closed-loop programming system uses machine learning engines to automatically generate and adjust stimulation parameter values for implantable pulse generators.

Spatially isolated neural probe nodes receive power and exchange data via a telemetric antenna array positioned above the dura.

Electromyographic feedback guides electrode placement, reducing fluoroscopy usage and procedure time while improving targeting accuracy.

A closed-loop implantable neurostimulator system uses trained computer models to analyze physiological signals and deliver corrective electrical stimulation.

A trial lead preventer with a smaller diameter blocks implantable module connectors, preventing improper coupling during therapy testing.

A six-electrode catheter delivers radiofrequency energy to the celiac artery wall.

Ventral spinal cord stimulation delivers electrical signals to motor fibers via ventral space electrodes.

Electrical signals selectively activate sympathetic nerves in brown adipose tissue to induce thermogenesis, avoiding parasympathetic fiber stimulation.

A steerable mapping-ablation catheter delivers precise electrical energy to renal nerves via a nested guide system.

Window enables test signal application while retracting tines, resolving repositionability versus anchoring security trade-off.

Rectifying circuit converts frequency signals to power stimulation, resolving alignment and interference issues.

Applying a conductive layer on the outer tube face eliminates internal mandrel extraction, preserving lumen clearance and simplifying manufacturing.

A serpentine electrode lead absorbs mechanical strain through elastic deformation to secure nerve stimulation components.

A segmented introducer system guides an electrode lead to the pudendal nerve, resolving placement accuracy challenges in complex anatomy.

Peripheral nerve stimulation desynchronizes neural activity to control motor symptoms, avoiding invasive intracranial surgery risks.

Automated burst waveforms with dynamic amplitude modulation prevent nervous system adaptation while reducing battery consumption.

A segmented spinal stimulation lead delivers targeted electrical pulses to specific nerve tissue levels.

A single needle kit receives two therapy elements simultaneously, reducing invasiveness and trauma risk compared to multiple needlesticks.

A regenerative interface electrode uses a multilayer sandwich design to create a groove for smaller nerves.

Segmented wires expand from a catheter to engage vessel walls, reducing open surgery requirements while maintaining precise electrical targeting.

An interbody implant embeds sensors and electrodes to stimulate bone fusion while providing real-time diagnostic feedback via wireless communication.

Segmented fiber loops prevent migration while enabling easy installation and removal without damaging tissue.

A nerve cuff pocket holds a leadless microstimulator in stable position relative to the target nerve.

Segmented implantable leads use coiled conductors to suppress radio frequency interference, preventing tissue heating during magnetic resonance imaging.

Thermo-compression bonding attaches bulk electrodes to microelectronic devices, reducing fabrication complexity and patterning steps.

Asymmetric fluoroscopic markers on segmented catheter struts enable precise electrode orientation detection within blood vessels.

A deep brain stimulation lead uses a polymeric core and variable-thickness metallic layer to reduce radiofrequency heating.

Automated pulse generation cycles replace manual clinician involvement, reducing errors and improving accuracy in determining optimal stimulation parameters.

Periodic nerve stimulation synchronized with respiratory cycles maintains upper airway patency while preventing over-stimulation effects.

An implantable electrode lead integrates fixation elements with impedance measurement capabilities to verify deployment status.

Dummy contacts intercept radio frequency energy to reduce tissue heating during MRI procedures.

A capacitance-inductance series resonance circuit electrically stimulates neurons by tuning to their natural frequency.

Neurostimulation of the superior laryngeal nerve increases airway patency and respiratory drive.

Conductive fibers penetrate cranial nerves to modulate deeper axons, reducing power needs and improving therapy efficacy.

Intermittent vagal nerve stimulation protocols conserve power and enable portable devices while maintaining therapeutic effectiveness.

Computational modeling of pelvic anatomy expands the dynamic range of neural activation to improve symptom inhibition while minimizing side effects.

Extracting changed parameters as differential data reduces transmission volume and power consumption during device configuration.