Patent ID: 8271099
Filing Date: 2012-09-18
Classification: A61N,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A paddle-style lead for implantation in the epidural space through an insertion tool, the paddle-style lead comprising: a lead body; a plurality of conductors extending from a proximal portion of the lead body to a distal portion of the lead body; a plurality of terminals that are electrically coupled to the plurality of conductors; and a paddle structure that comprises a frame of rigid material, the frame comprising first, second, and third longitudinal members in a planar configuration, a distal linking portion that is mechanically coupled to the first, second, and third longitudinal members, and a proximal linking portion that is mechanically coupled to the first, second, and third longitudinal members; wherein a respective plurality of electrodes are provided for each of the first, second, and third longitudinal members, each plurality of electrodes being electrically coupled to conductors of the plurality of conductors; wherein the distal and proximal linking portions are adapted to permit compression of the first and third longitudinal members toward each other and to permit the second longitudinal member to move out of plane relative to the first and third longitudinal members when a compressive force is applied to the paddle.