Physiologic stimulation for stroke treatment
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1. A method of treating an acute neurologic stroke comprising the steps of:
- stimulating the afferent nerves of a body site in order to increase blood circulation in the brain.
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Abstract
Methods and devices are disclosed that provide treatment for neurological strokes and other conditions related to obstructed, hemorrhagic or compromised vascular circulation.
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10 Claims
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1. A method of treating an acute neurologic stroke comprising the steps of:
- stimulating the afferent nerves of a body site in order to increase blood circulation in the brain.
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10. A method of treating ischemic neurologic strokes comprising the steps of:
- diagnosing patients condition, placing electrical leads connected to an electrical stimulator in contact with an anatomical body part, whereby electrical energy stimulates the afferent nerves and results in increased blood flow in the ischemic region of the brain.
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