Electrokinetic nerve stimulator

摘要

A device and method for stimulating nerves. In one application, the approaches treat nausea and vomiting caused by a reaction to general anesthesia. A bi-modal approach involving acustimulation and medicants is contemplated for specific conditions.

主权项

1. A system for treating post-operative nausea in a patient, comprising:
a nerve stimulator having a housing with an upper surface and a lower surface, the lower surface including an adhesive, a pulse generator disposed within the housing and the pulse generator including a battery which drives a microchip, and a pair of electrodes disposed on the lower surface of the housing and in communication with the pulse generator, the housing of the nerve stimulator configured to be applied to a patient prior or during a surgical procedure and to remain with a patient after the patient leaves a treatment facility therefore avoiding reactivation of the chemoreceptor trigger zone that could result in nausea; and a preemptive protocol for treating nausea.