NEUROSTIMULATION PATCH

摘要

A neurostimulation patch is affixed to a patient's skin (e.g., via a medical skin adhesive) and provides stimulation energy for an implanted lead. The patch may be used for SCS trials or other applications where is it desirable to avoid implanting a stimulation device within a patient. Circuitry in the patch generates stimulation signals and couples these signals to the implanted lead. The signals may be coupled to the lead via a direct physical connection or via a wireless connection. In some embodiments, the neurostimulation patch is configured in a manner that enables the patch to be placed immediately above the puncture site where an associated percutaneous lead passes through a patient's skin, thereby protecting the puncture site and facilitating secure routing of the lead.

主权项

1. A neurostimulation patch for stimulating a nervous system of a patient, comprising:
a body member comprising a bottom portion; a neurostimulation circuit located within the body member and configured to output neurostimulation signals via at least one conductor; and a connector located within the body member and configured to electrically couple the at least one conductor to an implantable lead, wherein the bottom portion of the body member defines an opening for passage of the implantable lead to the connector.