APPARATUS FOR ANCHORING ELECTRODE LEADS FOR USE WITH IMPLANTABLE NEUROMUSCULAR ELECTRICAL STIMULATOR

摘要

An apparatus for tethering an electrode lead to an anatomical structure within a patient using a coupling member is provided. An anchor configured to be secured to the anatomical structure and an electrode lead suitable for neuromuscular stimulation of spinal muscles and/or nerves innervating one or more muscles that contribute to spine stability may be used. The electrode lead is configured to be coupled to the anchor via the coupling member by securing a first end of the coupling member to the electrode lead and securing a second end of the coupling member to an eyelet of the anchor to place the electrode lead at a desired anatomical site within the patient.