Methods and Devices for Treating Hypertension
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1. A device for treating hypertension, comprising:
- a housing, the housing having a proximal surface and a distal surface, wherein the housing further includes a mounting system, the mounting system including a first member and a second member, the first member associated with the housing and the second member configured to be received by tissue; and
a driver assembly coupled to the housing.
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Abstract
Devices, systems and methods are described which control blood pressure and nervous system activity by stimulating baroreceptors. By selectively and controllably activating baroreceptors and/or nerves, the present invention reduces blood pressure and alters the sympathetic nervous system; thereby minimizing deleterious effects on the heart, vasculature and other organs and tissues. A baroreceptor activation device or other sensory activation device is positioned near a dermal bone to provide the treatment.
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1. A device for treating hypertension, comprising:
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a housing, the housing having a proximal surface and a distal surface, wherein the housing further includes a mounting system, the mounting system including a first member and a second member, the first member associated with the housing and the second member configured to be received by tissue; and a driver assembly coupled to the housing. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12)
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13. A device for imparting energy to a patient, comprising:
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a housing, the housing having a first surface and a second surface, the surfaces defining a volume therebetween, wherein the housing further includes a mounting system, the mounting system including a first member and a second member, the first member associated with the housing and the second member configured to be received by tissue; a driver assembly disposed within the volume of the housing; an energy source coupled to the driver assembly; and an electronics module coupled to the driver assembly and the energy source. - View Dependent Claims (14, 15, 16)
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17. A method of providing therapy, the method comprising:
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applying a therapy applying device to a collar bone of a patient; and activating a driver assembly within the therapy applying device. - View Dependent Claims (18, 19, 20, 21)
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