Patent ID: 6516227
Filing Date: 2003-02-04
Classification: A61N,H01H

Abstract:
A spinal cord stimulation (SCS) system comprising implantable components, external components, and surgical components; wherein the implantable components comprise a multichannel implantable pulse generator (IPG) having a rechargeable power source and an electrode array detachably connected to the IPG, the electrode array having a multiplicity of electrodes (En) thereon; and wherein the surgical components comprise tools that assist a surgeon in positioning the IPG and electrode array; and wherein the external components comprise a handheld programmer that may be selectively placed in telecommunicative contact with the IPG, a clinician programmer that is selectively coupled with the handheld programmer (HHP), and a portable charger that may be inductively coupled with the IPG in order to recharge the IPG power source, wherein the implantable components further comprise a lead extension that connects the electrode array to the IPG; and wherein the surgical components further comprise an insertion needle and tunneling tools to aid in implanting the electrode array and lead extension.