Adaptive electric field modulation of neural systems
CA 2393535 A1 · Owner: Krasnow Institute · Inventors: Schiff, Steven J.; Gluckman, Bruce J.
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The present invention relates to devices and methods of modifying the neuronal activity of a neural system comprising neurons comprising, one or more of the , following steps measuring the neuronal activity of a neural system; and applying an oriented electric field to said neural system effective to modify the neuronal activity of the neural system wherein the magnitude and polarity , of said applied electric field is changed in response to the measured neuronal activity. The present invention also relates to devices and methods for treating brain disorders, such as epilepsy and Parkinson's disease comprising, one or more of the following steps applying a sub-threshold and , oriented …
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