A neuro-stimulation system employs a includes a stimulator which may include electrode devices and/or vibration elements. A controller may be employed to drive the stimulating elements with an electrical signal. In response to the electrical signal, the stimulating elements deliver electrical and/or mechanical stimulation to the body part. The stimulation may be an aperiodic stimulation and/or may be a subthreshold stimulation. In one embodiment, the stimulator is disposable and the processor determines usage of the stimulator and ensures that the stimulator is limited to a certain amount of use. Neuro-stimulation systems may be applied to sensory cells of body parts during movement of the body parts to induce neuroplastic changes. Such movement may involve a variety of therapeutic applications, e.g. in stroke patient therapy.
申请公布号
WO2008088985(A3)
申请公布日期
2008.11.20
申请号
WO2008US50562
申请日期
2008.01.09
申请人
AFFERENT CORPORATION;HARRY, JASON D.;NIEMI, JAMES B.;KELLOGG, SCOTT;D'ANDREA, SUSAN
发明人
HARRY, JASON D.;NIEMI, JAMES B.;KELLOGG, SCOTT;D'ANDREA, SUSAN