Monitoring And Regulating Physiological States And Functions Via Sensory Neural Inputs To The Spinal Cord (2)
Method Of Monitoring A Physiological State Of An Organ Or A Tissue In A Patient, Comprising Contacting At Least One Dorsal Root Ganglion In The Patient With A Microarray
Inventors: Timothy M. Bruns: Robert A. Gaunt: Douglas John Weber
Patent Number: 13/843,023
Abstract
Methods and apparatuses for monitoring and regulating physiological states and functions are disclosed. Several embodiments include application of one or more microelectrode arrays to a dorsal root ganglion for measurement of sensory neuron activity, or stimulation of sensory reflex circuits. The methods and apparatuses can be used, for example, for monitoring or controlling bladder function in a patient.
