The present invention relates to implantable device for improving hearing in a subject comprising a vibration generator (5) comprising an output region (19) configured to apply vibrational stimulation to the inner ear (2) fluid, a proximal electrode (1) configured for physical attachment to a wall enclosing the inner ear (2) at a location proximal to the output region of the vibration generator, anda separate distal electrode (3) configured to make electrical contact with the auditory nerve (4).It also relates to a method and kit for improving hearing.
申请公布号
WO2008077943(A2)
申请公布日期
2008.07.03
申请号
WO2007EP64462
申请日期
2007.12.21
申请人
3WIN N.V.;SPITAELS, HARTMUT H.R.;VAN SCHUYLENBERGH, KOENRAAD F.C.;PEETERS, STEPHANUS A.E.
发明人
SPITAELS, HARTMUT H.R.;VAN SCHUYLENBERGH, KOENRAAD F.C.;PEETERS, STEPHANUS A.E.