SYSTEMS AND METHODS TO PLACE ONE OR MORE LEADS IN TISSUE FOR PROVIDING FUNCTIONAL AND/OR THERAPEUTIC STIMULATION

摘要

Systems and methods make possible the placement of one or more electrode leads in a tissue region for providing functional and/or therapeutic stimulation to tissue. The systems and methods are adapted to provide the relief of pain.

主权项

1. A method to reduce and/or relieve pain in a painful region comprising:
activating a peripheral nerve innervating the painful region with an electrode near the peripheral nerve and outside of the painful region; and evoking a tingling sensation over at least a portion of the painful region without damaging the peripheral nerve.