Spinal Electrodes TRIZ Cases

Reversible hyaluronic acid hydrogels enable injectable neural interfaces that restore movement through closed-loop stimulation.

A conductive tip catheter uses a metallic coil with varying pitches to deliver electrical stimulation for nerve block procedures.

Collapsible insulative elements expand beyond the lead body width to resolve contradictions between implantation ease and long-term tissue stability.

A neuro-monitoring dilating probe features a tapered distal tip that rolls tissue aside for disc annulus penetration.

A neurostimulation lead transitions from a collapsed delivery configuration to an expanded deployed state.

Flexible paddle leads reduce spinal nerve compression by adapting their contour to epidural fluid pressure, preventing pain or paralysis.

A lead anchor secures spinal cord stimulator leads using a mechanical fastener that deforms the conductor within a transverse lumen.

Segmented neural cuffs use gaps to steer current, reducing power needs and mitigating chronic impedance increases from fibrosis.

Moisture-activated adhesive elements on an elongated medical lead prevent electrode migration and maintain optimal positioning for reliable stimulation therapy.

Implanted electrodes convey electrical stimulation to efferent motor neural structures.

An implanted conductive member modifies electrical fields to achieve selective nerve activation while maintaining non-invasive treatment protocols.

Heating a thermoplastic support near its melting point allows electrode elements to be pressed into the material for an integrally bonded connection.

Implantable electrical stimulation of the vagus nerve inhibits T cell migration to reduce blood glucose levels and inflammation in type 1 diabetes.

A partially insulated bone screw directs controlled direct current to stimulate targeted bone growth, reducing adverse effects on untargeted tissue areas.

A spinal cord stimulator analyzes electrophysiological data to deliver tailored neuromodulation signals.

A molded electrical stimulation lead integrates conductive contacts and non-conductive spacers within a single manufacturing step.

Segmented electrode lead with internal and external attachment portions anchors to porous mastoid bone, preventing dislodgment during insertion.

Nested hollow introducers establish a minimally invasive pathway to the dorsal root ganglion, reducing tissue trauma during lead implantation.

Composite polymer-metal electrode arrays resist substrate separation during prolonged in vivo spinal cord stimulation.

Parallel electrode placement on a percutaneous lead blocks nerve conduction without direct contact, minimizing onset response and co-excitation.

A pillar-type electrode element concentrates electrical energy at its tip to deliver focused stimulation to nerve tissues.

Transparent ceramic encapsulation housing transmits electromagnetic radiation through hermetically sealed walls.

Monopolar pulsed electric field systems align fields with renal nerves to induce irreversible electroporation.

A vagus nerve stimulation system modulates heart rate using real-time cardiac signal detection.

A composite asymmetric marker resolves the contradiction between manufacturing simplicity and radiological visibility of segmented electrode orientation.

A stimulation system identifies optimal amplitude and duty cycle settings through systematic preliminary testing sequences.

A user interface system displays 2D views to define stimulation fields over anatomical regions.

Nested delivery tubes minimize tissue trauma during cardiac lead implantation while maintaining secure fixation.

A neurostimulation paddle lead uses variable electrode spacing to steer current for precise spinal cord targeting.

A neurostimulation system adjusts electrode voltages to maintain desired current distributions across active electrodes.

Softer silicone transition components seal electrode interfaces on polyurethane leads, preventing fluid ingress and electrical shorts during bending.

An asymmetric cuff nerve interface applies unidirectional electrical signals to specific nerve fibers, avoiding fiber damage from invasive penetration.

A shielding device with concave and convex surfaces positions an electrical stimulation lead to stabilize the implant.

Handheld probe with surface electrodes measures electrical fields from implanted neurostimulation leads to localize device position and identify electrode functionality.

An energy harvesting circuit rectifies ambient electromagnetic energy into stored power, enabling high-voltage neural stimulation while minimizing invasiveness.

Segmented vagus nerve stimulation restores autonomic balance by independently activating afferent and efferent pathways, countering sympathetic overdrive.

Patterned laser irradiation heats the iris dilator muscle to temporarily constrict the pupil, avoiding surgical risks and medication side effects.

Multichannel neurostimulation resolves off-target side effects by segmenting nerve fibers and optimizing parameters based on conduction velocity.

A conductive hyaluronic acid hydrogel scaffold integrates graphene materials to support neural cell growth and signal transfer.

A reversible anchor device secures percutaneous spinal cord stimulator leads in place during trial procedures.

Interior fixation elements on an implantable medical lead prevent migration while avoiding stress points against the integumentary layer.

Activity state synchronization delivers periodic blocking stimuli to modulate immune responses while preventing numbness and autonomic interference.

Implantable vertebral vein electrode delivers targeted electrical stimulation to the cervical sympathetic chain.

Pseudoporous surfaces on implantable electrodes reduce glial encapsulation and lower impedance to extend device longevity.

Intermittent electrical pulses prevent neural accommodation while reducing food intake.

Longitudinal electrode arrays on a cuff body resolve non-selective stimulation side effects by enabling precise spatial targeting of specific nerve fibers.

An implantable medical device system detects evoked compound action potential signals to determine electrode position.

External controller monitors laryngeal electrical activity to determine optimal energy pulse parameters for vagus nerve stimulation.

Conductive paste in substrate grooves connects rigid tracks to elastic elements, resolving mechanical mismatch and bulkiness.