Implantable Neuroprostheses for Restoring Function: A Comprehensive Guide for Clinicians and Researchers

Implantable neuroprostheses are devices that can be implanted into the body to restore lost or damaged motor, sensory, or cognitive functions. These devices have the potential to improve the quality of life for millions of people with disabilities.

Implantable Neuroprostheses for Restoring Function (Woodhead Publishing Series in Biomaterials Book 96)

by Dean Conrad

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This comprehensive guide provides an overview of the latest advances in implantable neuroprostheses. It covers the basic principles of neuroprosthetics, the different types of implantable neuroprostheses, and the clinical applications of these devices.

Basic Principles of Neuroprosthetics

Neuroprosthetics is a branch of biomedical engineering that deals with the development and application of implantable neuroprostheses.

The basic principles of neuroprosthetics are as follows:

• Electrical stimulation: This is the most common type of neuroprosthesis. Electrical stimulation can be used to activate nerves, muscles, or the brain.
• Mechanical actuation: This type of neuroprosthesis uses mechanical devices to move body parts.
• Chemical stimulation: This type of neuroprosthesis uses chemicals to stimulate nerves or the brain.

Types of Implantable Neuroprostheses

There are a variety of different types of implantable neuroprostheses, each designed to restore a specific function.

The most common types of implantable neuroprostheses include:

• Cochlear implants: These devices are used to restore hearing in people who are deaf or hard of hearing.
• Retinal implants: These devices are used to restore vision in people who are blind or have low vision.
• Deep brain stimulation (DBS) devices: These devices are used to treat a variety of movement disFree Downloads, such as Parkinson's disease and dystonia.
• Spinal cord stimulation (SCS) devices: These devices are used to treat chronic pain.

Clinical Applications of Implantable Neuroprostheses

Implantable neuroprostheses have a wide range of clinical applications.

These applications include:

• Restoring lost motor function: Implantable neuroprostheses can be used to restore movement in people who have lost it due to stroke, spinal cord injury, or other causes.
• Restoring lost sensory function: Implantable neuroprostheses can be used to restore sensation in people who have lost it due to peripheral nerve damage, spinal cord injury, or other causes.
• Restoring lost cognitive function: Implantable neuroprostheses can be used to restore cognitive function in people who have lost it due to stroke, Alzheimer's disease, or other causes.

Implantable neuroprostheses have the potential to revolutionize the treatment of a wide range of disabilities.

This comprehensive guide provides an overview of the latest advances in implantable neuroprostheses. It is an essential resource for clinicians and researchers who are interested in using these devices to improve the quality of life for their patients.

Implantable Neuroprostheses for Restoring Function (Woodhead Publishing Series in Biomaterials Book 96)

by Dean Conrad

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	12288 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	426 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Paperback	:	146 pages
Item Weight	:	7.2 ounces
Dimensions	:	6 x 0.35 x 9 inches

FREE