Biphasic neural stimulation to improve cerebral conduction speed and mitochondrial functioning
AssigneeRocky Mountain Biphasic, Inc.
InventorMorton M. Mower
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Abstract
Methods, devices and systems to improve neural stimulation by applying biphasic waveforms including a positive anodal pulse followed by a negative cathodal pulse to speed conduction and improve mitochondrial function in conditions such as cerebellar dysfunction (such as gluten ataxia, spinocerebellar ataxia, and Alzheimer's disease). Improved neural stimulation of more distal brain structures may interrupt epileptic seizures. Additionally, biphasic waveforms including a positive anodal pulse followed by a negative cathodal pulse speed wound healing by lowering the cell membrane potential of the skin, and may stimulate the release of hormonal secretions or insulin by proper placement of electrodes.
Claims9
A method for interrupting epileptic seizures, comprising:
- placing a first electrode inside an axon of a nerve;
- placing a second electrode on a cytoplasmic surface of the axon;
- and
- applying biphasic waveforms to the nerve by way of the first and second electrodes, said biphasic waveforms including a positive anodal pulse followed immediately by an inverse negative symmetric cathodal pulse to the nerve to lower a membrane potential of the nerve below a resting membrane potential of the nerve and thereby facilitate stimulation of distal brain structures to effectuate interruption of an epileptic seizure.
A method for improving mitochondrial function in Alzheimer's disease, comprising:
- placing a first electrode inside an axon of a nerve;
- placing a second electrode on a cytoplasmic surface of the axon;
- and
- applying biphasic waveforms to the nerve by way of the first and second electrodes, said biphasic waveforms including a positive anodal pulse followed immediately by an inverse negative symmetric cathodal pulse to the nerve to lower a membrane potential of the nerve below a resting membrane potential of the nerve and thereby facilitate stimulation of distal brain structures to effectuate interruption of an epileptic seizure.
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