Patent ID: 6615081
Filing Date: 2003-09-02
Classification: A61N

Abstract:
An apparatus for providing neuromodulation therapy to a cranial nerve of a patient for adjusting insulin levels and controlling blood glucose levels comprising:a) an implantable lead-receiver comprising circuitry, a secondary coil, and at least one electrode adapted to be in contact with said cranial nerve; b) an ambulatory external stimulator comprising a power source, circuitry means to emit electrical signals, a computer readable medium encoded with at least two predetermined programs of electrical signals for adjusting insulin levels and controlling blood glucose and a primary coil; c) regulating means to regulate said electrical signals transmitted from said external stimulator to said lead receiver; d) said primary coil and said secondary coil being capable of forming an electrical connection by inductive coupling, whereby neuromodulation therapy for adjusting insulin levels and controlling blood glucose levels in a patient is provided by said apparatus.