摘要 |
<p>A method of treatment using implantable devices is disclosed. The method comprises (a) implanting into the body of the human or non-human animal (i) a rectenna capable of receiving electromagnetic radiation in the microwave frequency range and of generating and/or storing electrical energy therefrom; and (ii) an electrically operated therapeutic device arranged to receive electrical energy from said rectenna; and (b) directing electromagnetic radiation in the microwave frequency range from a source external to the body being treated towards the position of the implanted rectenna so as to generate electrical energy to actuate said therapeutic device.</p> |