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- Lead wires that are also encapsulated in the same physiologically inert plastic material are secured to the electrodes and extend therefrom at approximately the same angle as the spines posterior process.
- a packing gland may be positioned about the lead wires to the electrodes to minimize leakage of spinal fluids.
- This invention relates generally to neuro-stimulating implants and more particularly to an implant for electrical connection to the spinal cord.
- Implantable electrodes which have been used in the past to stimulate a portion of the spinal cord have been characterized by relatively large bulk. Normally the implant is sutured into place beneath the dura. However, with the prior art devices considerable pressure was thereby applied to the spinal cord. Further, the prior an devices of this class attempted to stimulate both the left and right-hand portions of the dorsal side of the spinal cord simultaneously.
- Another difficulty of the prior art structure was that the stimulation of the spinal cord was impeded or, in some cases, cut off entirely due to dislocation of the electrode from the cord caused by stretching and twisting of the torso.
- the present invention overcomes the shortcomings of the prior art by using a relatively thin and flexible strip of physiologically inert plastic, such as Dacron reinforced silicone rubber.
- a plurality of electrodes are imbedded in two layers of the plastic material.
- the conductive leads, encapsulated in the physiologically inert plastic material are electrically coupled into the electrodes and extend therefrom at an angle that is closely aligned to the spines posterior process angle.
- construction of the present invention further minimizes the likelihood that the motion of the back or the muscles surrounding the implant will pull the electrodes away from the spinal cord and cause a cessation of stimulation by providing a physiologically inert plastic tie down clamp for the leads.
- FIG. 1 is a perspective view of an improved implantav ble nerve stimulating device fabricated in accordance with the teachings of the present invention
- FIG. 2 is an enlarged side elevational sectional view of the device shown in FIG. 1;
- FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional view schematically illustrating the spinal column of a human being together with the present invention positioned thereon;
- FIG. 4 is a schematic plan view illustrating another feature of the invention.
- FIG. 5 is a plan view of a neuro-s-timulating implantable device, as described above, with the leads removed in order to illustrate the relative position of the plurality of electrodes;
- FIG. 6 is a plan view of an alternative embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 7 is a plan view of an alternative lead arrangement.
- FIG. 8 is a cross-sectional elevational view taken along line 8-8 of FIG. 7.
- the neuro-stimulating implant 10 is comprised of a physiologically inert plastic body portion 12 fabricated from a material such as Dacron reinforced silicone rubber.
- a plurality of electrodes 14 are imbedded in the body portion 12 and a plurality of electrically conductive lead means 16 are suitably coupled to the electrodes 14.
- the lead means 16 may be electrically coupled to an RF receiver 17 that may be remotely implanted.
- the body portion 12 of the spinal cord implant 10 is comprised of first and second layers 18 and 2 0 of a physiologically inert plastic material such as that mentioned above, the layers 18 and 20 being suitably secured to each other, such as by heat sealing or the like.
- the electrodes 14, which preferably are made of platinum, are secured to the plastic layer 18 by means of a platinum staple 22 that is welded to the electrode 14 and crimped about the plastic layer 18. After crimping, the second plastic layer 20 is sealed to the first plastic layer 18.
- the lead means 16 are comprised of a first platinum section 24 that is welded to the staple 22 and a second stainless steel section 26 that is welded to the platinum lead section 24.
- a physiologically inert plastic material, such as described above, is used as a sleeve 28 about the lead means 16.
- FIG. 2 also illustrates a very important feature of the present invention. It will be noted that lead means 16,
- FIG. 3 is a transverse crosssection of a typical spinal column, there is shown the implant 10 positioned on the dorsal side. It will be readily appreciated that the implant 10 can be laterally shifted or positioned to contact either the fasciculus cuneatus, the fasiculus gracilis, or both.
- the lead means 16 are centered and that the body portion 12 extends on opposite sides of the longitudinal axis L and on opposite sides of the electrodes 14 for a distance that is somewhat greater than is actually required.
- the surgeon may laterally shift the implant 10 to the optimum position and, after trimming away the unnecessary sections which are schematically designated as T, still have enough reinforced plastic material to apply sutures.
- strain relief tie down means 32 are provided.
- the tie down means 32 is comprised of a strip of physiologically inert plastic material similar to the body portion 12.
- the strip 32 is wrapped around the lead means 16 remote from the body portion 12 and is then sutured in place. In this manner, the forces that are applied to the lead means 16 as a result of the patient moving his torso will not be transmitted to the body portion 12.
- FIG. 5 shows a preferred pattern for the electrodes 14. It will be noted that the electrodes 14 are relatively close together and grouped about the longitudinal axis L of the implant 10. This has been found to be preferable for bilateral spinal cord implants. In this instance the leads 16 are shown in a single row so that the dura need be spread only slightly to permit their exit.
- FIG.6 An alternative embodiment of the present invention for placement on the spinal cord is illustrated in FIG.6.
- the electrodes 14' are mounted on the body portion 12', as described above, but in tandem and on one side thereof. This construction provides means to stimulate only one side of the spinal cord.
- the embodiment illustrated in FIG. 6 is in practice, 20 mm. from top to bottom and 15 mm. from the left edge to the right edge.
- the right-hand side of the electrodes 14 are spaced approximately 3% mm. from the right-hand edge of the plastic body portion 12.
- electrodes 14 are off center with respect to the center line L on which the lead 16 extends.
- the leads 16 are taken ofi the center of the dorsal column at line L, and yet there is enough material at portions 30 and 30' to permit'suturing.
- FIGS. 7 and 8 An alternative arrangement is shown in FIGS. 7 and 8 where the exiting leads 16 are grouped within the minimum circumscribing circle.
- the lead sheaths have bonded to their surface for about three-eighths inch of their length fine fibers in the form of a felt which acts as a packing gland 70.
- the surgeon gathers the dura about the packing gland employing a purse stitch S.
- the Dacron felt is receptive to the growth of tissue so that ultimately a non-porous seal is formed for the cerebral spinal fluids.
- the plastic sheet should be provided with recesses 23 as shown in FIG. 2 for receiving the cupped contact member. This is accomplished by molding the sheet between suitably shaped platens. Such molding techniques are well known and do not require further amplification. This arrangement serves to fix the contact element against rotation and also covers the sharp edge of the sheet metal contact button.
- An improved implant for the electrical stimulation of selected portions of the spinalcord of a human being comprising a relatively thin, physiologically inert plastic body portion having upper and lower surfaces, said body portion being substantially flat and sufficiently flexible so as to conform to the shape of the surface of the spinal column of a human being, a plurality of metallic electrodes secured to said body portion of said implant, said electrodes being adapted to be placed in contact with a selected portion of the spinal column of a human being, the contact surface of said electrodes being in a plane that is outward of the plane of said lower surface of said body portion of said implant and lead means coupled to said electrodes, said lead means being positioned at an angle of between 15 to forty-five degrees with respect to the plane of said body portion to thereby approximate the angle of the spine s posterior process for minimizing the likelihood of pulling the implant away from the spinal cord due to motion of the humans back or the muscles surrounding said implant, said lead means extending from said upper surface of said body portion opposed to said electrodes.
- An improved implant for the electrical stimulation of selected portions of the spinal cord comprising a physiologically inert plastic body portion, a plurality of metallic electrodes secured to said body portion, lead means coupled to said electrodes,said
- lead means being positioned at an angle of between to 45 with respect to the plane of said body portion and strain relieving means comprising a physiologically inert strip wrapped around said lead means remotely from said body portion of said implant, said strain relieving means being adapted to be sutured in said remote location.
- An improved implant for the electrical stimulation of. selected portions of the spinal cord comprising a physiologically inert plastic body portion, a plurality of metallic electrodes secured to said body portion, lead means coupled to said electrodes, and strain relieving means comprising a physiologically inert strip wrapped around said lead means remotely from said body portion of said implant, said strain relieving means being adapted to remote location.
- An improved implant for the electrical stimulation of selected portions of the spinal cord comprising a physiologically inert plastic body portion, a plurality of metallic electrodes secured to said body portion, lead means coupled to said electrodes, said lead means being positioned at an angle of between 15 to 45 with respect to the plane of said body portion of said implant and a packing gland surrounding said lead means at a position proximate said body portion of said implant for minimizing leakage of cerebral spinal fluid, said packing gland being comprised of a plurality of fibers bonded to said lead means.
- An improved implant for the electrical stimulation of selected portions of the spinal cord comprising a physiologically inert plastic body portion, a plurality of metallic electrodes secured to said body portion and a packing gland surrounding said lead means at a position proximate said body portion of said implant for minimizing leakage of cerebral spinal fluid, said packing gland comprising a plurality of fibers bonded to said lead means.
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Abstract
An improved implantable device for electrically stimulating a selected portion of the spinal cord is provided. A relatively thin and flexible strip of physiologically inert plastic is provided with a plurality of electrodes. Lead wires that are also encapsulated in the same physiologically inert plastic material are secured to the electrodes and extend therefrom at approximately the same angle as the spine''s posterior process. A packing gland may be positioned about the lead wires to the electrodes to minimize leakage of spinal fluids.
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United States Faterit [191 Avery et al.
[ 51 Apr. 3, 1973 [54] ELECTRODE IMPLANT FOR THE NEURO-STIMULATION OF THE SPINAL CORD [75] Inventors: Roger E. Avery, Mellville, N.Y.;
James G. Wepsie, Jamaica Plain Mass. 1
[73] Assignee: Avery Laboratories, Inc., Farmingdale, NY.
[22] Filed: Apr. 23, 1971 [21] Appl. No.: 136,924
[52] U.S. Cl. ..128/418, 128/419 R [51] Int. Cl. ..A6ln 1/04 [58] Field of Search ..128/2.06 E, 2.1 E, 404, 410,
R, DIG. 4
[56] References Cited UNITED STATES PATENTS 7/1962 Nielsen ..l28/2.06 E
3,380,445 4/1968 Frasier ..l28/2.06 E 3,187,745 6/1965 Baum et al ..128/2.06 E 3,522,811 8/1970 Schwartz et al...... .....l28/4l9 C 3,244,174 4/1966 Wesby et al. ..l28/418 2,318,207 5/1943 Ellis ..l28/404 Primary Examiner--William E. Karnm Attorney-Leonard H. King [57] ABSTRACT An improved implantable device for electrically stimulating a selected portion of the spinal cord is provided. A relatively thin and flexible strip of physiologically inert plastic is provided with a plurality of electrodes. Lead wires that are also encapsulated in the same physiologically inert plastic material are secured to the electrodes and extend therefrom at approximately the same angle as the spines posterior process. A packing gland may be positioned about the lead wires to the electrodes to minimize leakage of spinal fluids.
11 Claims, 8 Drawing Figures ELECTRODE IMPLANT FOR THE NEURO- STIMULATION OF THE SPINAL CORD The aforementioned Abstract is neither intended to define the invention of the application which, of course, is measured by the claims, nor is it intended to be limiting as to the scope of the invention in any way.
This invention relates generally to neuro-stimulating implants and more particularly to an implant for electrical connection to the spinal cord.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION Neuro-stimulation has been applied to patients with severe pain states that are not relieved by traditional procedures and who require large doses of narcotics to control pain. After the first several implantations, it has become clear that those patients with some form of partial peripheral nerve injury resulting in traumatic neuropathy and who display the phenomenon of hyperpathia seem to respond most favorably to stimulation of the appropriate nerve. Similarly, patients with dysesthesias related to spinal cord dysfunction seem to respond best-to stimulation of the dorsal column.
Implantable electrodes which have been used in the past to stimulate a portion of the spinal cord have been characterized by relatively large bulk. Normally the implant is sutured into place beneath the dura. However, with the prior art devices considerable pressure was thereby applied to the spinal cord. Further, the prior an devices of this class attempted to stimulate both the left and right-hand portions of the dorsal side of the spinal cord simultaneously.
The early use of the prior art implants proved to have several disadvantages in that they were too cumbersome and large to be placed neatly under the dura without causing undue pressure. The earliest models had tobe removed due to the fact that they stressed the spinal cord so much that the patient became partly paralyzed in the lower extremity.
Another difficulty of the prior art structure was that the stimulation of the spinal cord was impeded or, in some cases, cut off entirely due to dislocation of the electrode from the cord caused by stretching and twisting of the torso.
The present invention. overcomes the shortcomings of the prior art by using a relatively thin and flexible strip of physiologically inert plastic, such as Dacron reinforced silicone rubber. A plurality of electrodes are imbedded in two layers of the plastic material. The conductive leads, encapsulated in the physiologically inert plastic material, are electrically coupled into the electrodes and extend therefrom at an angle that is closely aligned to the spines posterior process angle. In addition, construction of the present invention further minimizes the likelihood that the motion of the back or the muscles surrounding the implant will pull the electrodes away from the spinal cord and cause a cessation of stimulation by providing a physiologically inert plastic tie down clamp for the leads.
Accordingly, it is a primary object of the present invention to provide an improved neuro-stimulating implantable device.
It is another object of the present invention to provide an improved implantable device, particularly for the spinal cord, that will minimize the likelihood of the electrodes being detached or spaced inadvertently from the spinal cord as a result of movement of the patient.
It is a particular object of the present invention to provide an improved implantable device, as described above, wherein the leads that are coupled to the elec- BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWING In the drawing:
FIG. 1 is a perspective view of an improved implantav ble nerve stimulating device fabricated in accordance with the teachings of the present invention;
FIG. 2 is an enlarged side elevational sectional view of the device shown in FIG. 1;
FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional view schematically illustrating the spinal column of a human being together with the present invention positioned thereon;
FIG. 4 is a schematic plan view illustrating another feature of the invention;
FIG. 5 is a plan view of a neuro-s-timulating implantable device, as described above, with the leads removed in order to illustrate the relative position of the plurality of electrodes;
FIG. 6 is a plan view of an alternative embodiment of the present invention;
FIG. 7 is a plan view of an alternative lead arrangement; and
FIG. 8 is a cross-sectional elevational view taken along line 8-8 of FIG. 7.
Referring nowto the drawings, and in particular to FIG. 1, there is shown an implantable device comprising the present invention. The neuro-stimulating implant 10 is comprised of a physiologically inert plastic body portion 12 fabricated from a material such as Dacron reinforced silicone rubber. A plurality of electrodes 14 are imbedded in the body portion 12 and a plurality of electrically conductive lead means 16 are suitably coupled to the electrodes 14. As is well known in the art, the lead means 16 may be electrically coupled to an RF receiver 17 that may be remotely implanted.
Referring particularly to FIG. 2, it will be seen that the body portion 12 of the spinal cord implant 10 is comprised of first and second layers 18 and 2 0 of a physiologically inert plastic material such as that mentioned above, the layers 18 and 20 being suitably secured to each other, such as by heat sealing or the like. The electrodes 14, which preferably are made of platinum, are secured to the plastic layer 18 by means of a platinum staple 22 that is welded to the electrode 14 and crimped about the plastic layer 18. After crimping, the second plastic layer 20 is sealed to the first plastic layer 18. It should be noted that the lead means 16 are comprised of a first platinum section 24 that is welded to the staple 22 and a second stainless steel section 26 that is welded to the platinum lead section 24. A physiologically inert plastic material, such as described above, is used as a sleeve 28 about the lead means 16.
FIG. 2 also illustrates a very important feature of the present invention. It will be noted that lead means 16,
which are encased in the plastic sleeve 28, are posi tioned at an angle a with respect to the plane of the body portion 12. It has been found that molding the plastic sleeve at an angle that approximates the angle of the spinal process minimizes the likelihood of the implant being displaced away from the spinal cord due to movement of the patients torso or stretching of the muscles. An acceptable average angle has been found to be within the angle of to 45, preferably about 30.
Referring now to FIG. 3 which is a transverse crosssection of a typical spinal column, there is shown the implant 10 positioned on the dorsal side. It will be readily appreciated that the implant 10 can be laterally shifted or positioned to contact either the fasciculus cuneatus, the fasiculus gracilis, or both. I
As shown in FIG. 4, it is preferable that the lead means 16 are centered and that the body portion 12 extends on opposite sides of the longitudinal axis L and on opposite sides of the electrodes 14 for a distance that is somewhat greater than is actually required. Thus the surgeon may laterally shift the implant 10 to the optimum position and, after trimming away the unnecessary sections which are schematically designated as T, still have enough reinforced plastic material to apply sutures.
In one embodiment of this invention, as shown, for example, in FIG. 1, strain relief tie down means 32 are provided. The tie down means 32 is comprised of a strip of physiologically inert plastic material similar to the body portion 12. The strip 32 is wrapped around the lead means 16 remote from the body portion 12 and is then sutured in place. In this manner, the forces that are applied to the lead means 16 as a result of the patient moving his torso will not be transmitted to the body portion 12.
FIG. 5 shows a preferred pattern for the electrodes 14. It will be noted that the electrodes 14 are relatively close together and grouped about the longitudinal axis L of the implant 10. This has been found to be preferable for bilateral spinal cord implants. In this instance the leads 16 are shown in a single row so that the dura need be spread only slightly to permit their exit.
An alternative embodiment of the present invention for placement on the spinal cord is illustrated in FIG.6. The electrodes 14' are mounted on the body portion 12', as described above, but in tandem and on one side thereof. This construction provides means to stimulate only one side of the spinal cord. By way of example, the embodiment illustrated in FIG. 6 is in practice, 20 mm. from top to bottom and 15 mm. from the left edge to the right edge. The right-hand side of the electrodes 14 are spaced approximately 3% mm. from the right-hand edge of the plastic body portion 12.
It will be noted that electrodes 14 are off center with respect to the center line L on which the lead 16 extends. Thus it will be appreciated that although contact is made to the spinal cord along line A, the leads 16 are taken ofi the center of the dorsal column at line L, and yet there is enough material at portions 30 and 30' to permit'suturing.
It is important to minimize the size of the exiting lead length to minimize the cerebral spinal fluid leak from the dura] incision. An alternative arrangement is shown in FIGS. 7 and 8 where the exiting leads 16 are grouped within the minimum circumscribing circle. The lead sheaths have bonded to their surface for about three-eighths inch of their length fine fibers in the form of a felt which acts as a packing gland 70. The surgeon gathers the dura about the packing gland employing a purse stitch S. The Dacron felt is receptive to the growth of tissue so that ultimately a non-porous seal is formed for the cerebral spinal fluids.
It has been found that the plastic sheet should be provided with recesses 23 as shown in FIG. 2 for receiving the cupped contact member. This is accomplished by molding the sheet between suitably shaped platens. Such molding techniques are well known and do not require further amplification. This arrangement serves to fix the contact element against rotation and also covers the sharp edge of the sheet metal contact button.
From the foregoing, it will be appreciated that an improved implant, particularly for the spinal cord, has been provided. By positioning the lead wires at an angle that corresponds with the angle of the spinal posterior process, the likelihood of inadvertent displacement of the implant by virtue of the movement of the patients torso or flexing of the muscles is substantially minimized.
There has been disclosed heretofore the best embodiment of the invention presently contemplated. However, it is to. be understood that various changes and modifications may be made by those skilled in the art without departing from the spirit-of the invention.
What we claim as new and desire to secure by Letters Patent is:
1. An improved implant for the electrical stimulation of selected portions of the spinalcord of a human being, said implant comprising a relatively thin, physiologically inert plastic body portion having upper and lower surfaces, said body portion being substantially flat and sufficiently flexible so as to conform to the shape of the surface of the spinal column of a human being, a plurality of metallic electrodes secured to said body portion of said implant, said electrodes being adapted to be placed in contact with a selected portion of the spinal column of a human being, the contact surface of said electrodes being in a plane that is outward of the plane of said lower surface of said body portion of said implant and lead means coupled to said electrodes, said lead means being positioned at an angle of between 15 to forty-five degrees with respect to the plane of said body portion to thereby approximate the angle of the spine s posterior process for minimizing the likelihood of pulling the implant away from the spinal cord due to motion of the humans back or the muscles surrounding said implant, said lead means extending from said upper surface of said body portion opposed to said electrodes.
2. The implant in accordance with claim 1 wherein said angle is thirty degrees.
3. The implant in accordance with claim 1, wherein said body portion extends laterally beyond said electrodes in 'at least one direction for defining an extension that is trimmable after said implant final location is determined.
4. The implant in accordance with claim 3 wherein said body portion extends laterally in two opposite directions beyond said electrodes.
5. The implant in accordance with claim 1 wherein said electrodes are arrayed in an alternating pattern on opposite sides of a longitudinal line defined by the juncture of said lead means and said body portion.
6. The implant in accordance with claim 1 wherein said electrodes are arrayed along a linear path that is laterally spaced from and substantially parallel to a longitudinal line defined by the juncture of said lead means and said body portion.
7. The implant in accordance with claim 1 wherein there is further included a recess in said body portion for receiving each of said electrodes.
8. An improved implant for the electrical stimulation of selected portions of the spinal cord, said implant comprising a physiologically inert plastic body portion, a plurality of metallic electrodes secured to said body portion, lead means coupled to said electrodes,said
lead means being positioned at an angle of between to 45 with respect to the plane of said body portion and strain relieving means comprising a physiologically inert strip wrapped around said lead means remotely from said body portion of said implant, said strain relieving means being adapted to be sutured in said remote location.
9. An improved implant for the electrical stimulation of. selected portions of the spinal cord, said implant comprising a physiologically inert plastic body portion, a plurality of metallic electrodes secured to said body portion, lead means coupled to said electrodes, and strain relieving means comprising a physiologically inert strip wrapped around said lead means remotely from said body portion of said implant, said strain relieving means being adapted to remote location.
10. An improved implant for the electrical stimulation of selected portions of the spinal cord, said implant comprising a physiologically inert plastic body portion, a plurality of metallic electrodes secured to said body portion, lead means coupled to said electrodes, said lead means being positioned at an angle of between 15 to 45 with respect to the plane of said body portion of said implant and a packing gland surrounding said lead means at a position proximate said body portion of said implant for minimizing leakage of cerebral spinal fluid, said packing gland being comprised of a plurality of fibers bonded to said lead means.
11. An improved implant for the electrical stimulation of selected portions of the spinal cord, said implant comprising a physiologically inert plastic body portion, a plurality of metallic electrodes secured to said body portion and a packing gland surrounding said lead means at a position proximate said body portion of said implant for minimizing leakage of cerebral spinal fluid, said packing gland comprising a plurality of fibers bonded to said lead means.
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1. An improved implant for the electrical stimulation of selected portions of the spinal cord of a human being, said implant comprising a relatively thin, physiologically inert plastic body portion having upper and lower surfaces, said body portion being substantially flat and sufficiently flexible so as to conform to the shape of the surface of the spinal column of a human being, a plurality of metallic electrodes secured to said body portion of said implant, said electrodes being adapted to be placed in contact with a selected portion of the spinal column of a human being, the contact surface of said electrodes being in a plane that is outward of the plane of said lower surface of said body portion of said implant and lead means coupled to said electrodes, said lead means being positioned at an angle of between 15* to forty-five degrees with respect to the plane of said body portion to thereby approximate the angle of the spine''s posterior process for minimizing the likelihood of pulling the implant away from the spinal cord due to motion of the human''s back or the muscles surrounding said implant, said lead means extending from said upper surface of said body portion opposed to said electrodes.
2. The implant in accordance with claim 1 wherein said angle is thirty degrees.
3. The implant in accordance with claim 1, wherein said body portion extends laterally beyond said electrodes in at least one direction for defining an extension that is trimmable after said implant final location is determined.
4. The implant in accordance with claim 3 wherein said body portion extends laterally in two opposite directions beyond said electrodes.
5. The implant in accordance with claim 1 wherein said electrodes are arrayed in an alternating pattern on opposite sides of a longitudinal line defined by the juncture of said lead means and said body portion.
6. The implant in accordance with claim 1 wherein said electrodes are arrayed along a linear path that is laterally spaced from and substantially parallel to a longitudinal line defined by the juncture of said lead means and said body portion.
7. The implant in accordance with claim 1 wherein there is further included a recess in said body portion for receiving each of said electrodes.
8. An improved implant for the electrical stimulation of selected portions of the spinal cord, said implant comprising a physiologically inert plastic body portion, a plurality of metallic electrodes secured to said body portion, lead means coupled to said electrodes,said lead means being positioned at an angle of between 15* to 45* with respect to the plane of said body portion and strain relieving means comprising a physiologically inert strip wrapped around said lead means remotely from said body portion of said implant, said strain relieving means being adapted to be sutured in said remote location.
9. An improved implant for the electrical stimulation of selected portions of the spinal cord, said implant comprising a physiologically inert plastic body portion, a plurality of metallic electrodes secured to said body portion, lead means coupled to said electrodes, and strain relieving means comprising a physiologically inert strip wrapped around said lead means remotely from said body portion of said implant, said strain relieving means being adapted to be sutured in said remote location.
10. An improved implant for the electrical stimulation of selected portions of the spinal cord, said implant comprising a physiologically inert plastic body portion, a plurality of metallic electrodes secured to said body portion, lead means coupled to said electrodes, said lead means being positioned at an angle of between 15* to 45* with respect to the plane of said body portion of said implant and a packing gland surrounding said lead means at a position proximate said body portion of said implant for minimizing leakage of cerebral spinal fluid, said packing gland being comprised of a plurality of fibers bonded to said lead means.
11. An improved implant for the electrical stimulation of selected portions of the spinal cord, said implant comprising a physiologically inert plastic body portion, a plurality of metallic electrodes secured to said body portion and a packing gland surrounding said lead means at a position proximate said body portion of said implant for minimizing leakage of cerebral spinal fluid, said packing gland comprising a plurality of fibers bonded to said lead means.
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