Abstract An implantable device includes an implantable housing having an outer surface and providing a hermetically sealed interior volume. A flexible electric lead is mechanically connected to the housing and electrically connected to circuitry within the s interior volume. An impact protector overlies at least a portion of the outer surface of the housing and shields the underlying housing surface from the force of a mechanical impact. 3327551_1 (GIHMatters) P83440.AU. I 30104/12 -102 10 '101 (A) (B) (C) (D)
