Patent ID: 9005102
Filing Date: 2015-04-14
Classification: A61B,A61N

Abstract:
1. A method of performing electrical stimulation therapy to treat urinary incontinence in a patient, comprising: positioning a first portion of a patient's body relative to a microneedle electrode wherein the microneedle electrode is positioned on the skin of a patient; passing a current through the microneedle electrode to deliver electrical energy through the skin such that the electrical energy stimulates the posterior tibial nerve or a branch thereof; placing at least one sensor on a second portion of the body of the patient; detecting stimulation of the posterior tibial nerve or a branch thereof utilizing the at least one sensor by detecting a signal that an afferent nerve has been stimulated; receiving a signal from the sensor indicative of stimulation of the posterior tibial nerve or a branch thereof; and whereby the detection is used in modulating the current via a controller in communication with the microneedle electrode to provide an optimal dosage of therapy to treat urinary incontinence.