20240024668. SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR NERVE STIMULATION simplified abstract (RBI Medical)

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SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR NERVE STIMULATION

Organization Name

RBI Medical

Inventor(s)

Jayme Coates of Worcester MA (US)

David Constantine of Sudbury MA (US)

Mario Romero-ortega of Coppell TX (US)

Mark Tauer of Worcester MA (US)

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR NERVE STIMULATION - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240024668 titled 'SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR NERVE STIMULATION

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes a method and device for stimulating a nerve using an elastomeric arm that forms a channel through which the nerve travels. The device includes a nerve stimulation chamber that retains the nerve and an electrode within the chamber. The method reduces the dimension of the nerve to less than 50% of its original diameter and applies less than 6.7 kpa of pressure to the nerve. The stretched nerve maintains contact with the electrode along at least 20% of its perimeter.

  • The device stimulates a nerve by using an elastomeric arm to form a channel through which the nerve travels.
  • The channel has a continuously axial longitudinal axis at rest.
  • The device includes a nerve stimulation chamber that retains the nerve.
  • An electrode is present in the chamber.
  • The method reduces the dimension of the nerve to less than 50% of its original diameter.
  • The device applies less than 6.7 kpa of pressure to the nerve at any given point.
  • The nerve is positioned in the chamber, and its cross-sectional dimension is increased.
  • At least 20% of the perimeter of the nerve is maintained in contact with the electrode.

Potential Applications:

  • Nerve stimulation for medical purposes, such as pain management or muscle rehabilitation.
  • Neurological research and experimentation.
  • Prosthetics and bioelectronic devices.

Problems Solved:

  • Provides a method for stimulating nerves with reduced dimensions and low pressure, minimizing potential damage or discomfort.
  • Allows for precise nerve stimulation and control.
  • Provides a non-invasive or minimally invasive alternative to traditional nerve stimulation methods.

Benefits:

  • Reduced risk of nerve damage or injury.
  • Improved accuracy and control in nerve stimulation.
  • Potential for more comfortable and effective nerve stimulation procedures.
  • Versatile application in various medical and research fields.


Original Abstract Submitted

a method stimulates a nerve by providing a device having an arm formed of an elastomeric material. a channel through which the nerve travels is defined at least in part by the arm. the channel has a continuously axial longitudinal axis at rest. a nerve stimulation chamber is defined at least in part by the arm. the nerve stimulation chamber is configured to retain the nerve therein. the device has an electrode in the chamber. the method reduces a dimension of a nerve. the is less than 50% of the diameter of the undeformed nerve. the device is configured to apply less than 6.7 kpa of pressure to the nerve at any given point. the nerve is positioned in the chamber, and the cross-sectional dimension of the stretched nerve is increased. at least 20% of the perimeter of the nerve is maintained in contact with the electrode.

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