Surgery – Magnetic field applied to body for therapy – Electromagnetic coil
Reexamination Certificate
2006-08-08
2006-08-08
Lacyk, John P. (Department: 3735)
Surgery
Magnetic field applied to body for therapy
Electromagnetic coil
Reexamination Certificate
active
07087008
ABSTRACT:
Disclosed are apparatus and methods for delivery of transcranial magnetic stimulation. The apparatus includes a TMS coil which when energized generates an electric field substantially parallel to a long axis of the coil and substantially normal to a surface of the coil. Furthermore disclosed an apparatus for delivery of TMS in which a coil is adapted to a robotic member for computer-aided control and delivery. Further disclosed are methods of TMS planning and delivery in which subject images are utilized to plan, position and orient the TMS coil for precise delivery. Disclosed also are TMS coils having unique designs to better focus and direct magnetic stimulation.
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Fox Peter
Lancaster Jack
Board of Regents the University of Texas System
Lacyk John P.
Trop Pruner & Hu P.C.
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