Patent ID: 6970746
Filing Date: 2005-11-29
Classification: A61N

Abstract:
1. An implantable microcontact structure for neuroprostheses, said microcontact structure capable of assuming at least two desired positions for the purposes of mechanical anchorage, said desired positions comprising a basic position and an operating position, said structure comprising: at least one contact element, formed on at least one two-dimensional carrier wherein the carrier has at least two regions that are movable relative to one another, wherein said microcontact structure has a spatial extent and wherein said spatial extent is capable of being reduced by a reducing means prior to surgical transportation to an implant point, said reducing means comprising a compacting means for compacting the regions that are movable relative to one another; and wherein said spatial extent is capable of being restored by a releasing means; a shape modifying means wherein the desired positions of the microcontact structure can be fixed, interchanged or altered by external action before implantation, during a surgical intervention or by external signals without surgical intervention.