Functional electrical stimulation of motor nerves or muscles has been used for decades to restore movements in paralyzed patients who suffered a spinal cord injury, for example. The idea is based on the seminal findings by Luigi Galvani in the 18th century. He could induce movements in frog legs when exposing them to electric voltages …
Is neurotechnology the solution? We live in difficult times for our health. Not only the emergence of new diseases has just made this very clear to us. Also many known diseases cannot be treated sufficiently. In addition, the ageing of society poses new challenges to healthcare, while the development of new pharmaceuticals is stagnating. Solutions …
A central vision of bioelectronic medicine is to find ways to regulate body states through electric interactions with the nervous system rather than through administration of pharmaceuticals. Diabetes is one of the first major targets for this novel approach: Even the most advanced existing pharmaceutical therapies are still error-prone and complicated, often leaving patients with …
CorTec’s electrodes act as direct interfaces to the brain or to peripheral nerves. In order to protect the sensitive neural tissue as much as possible, the material of the electrodes must not be too thick or stiff. At the same time, however, it must also be ensured that the products withstand the stress in the …
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Some time ago we published a Whitepaper for the use of our °AirRay Cuff Electrodes. Not only gives it useful insights about choosing the right Cuff for your specific application but also provides a lot of intel about the tricks in using them. From preparation to explantation – here you will find anything you need …
Our °AirRay Electrode Technology allows us to manufacture electrodes that are tailored to your specific needs. The degree of flexibility of the electrodes plays an important role for many applications. Our proprietary laser-aided manufacturing process enables us to vary the flexibility of our electrodes from very soft to harder versions. Our new video gives you an impression …
Electrodes Tailored to your Application: Adjustable Degrees of Flexibility Read More »
One of the major sources for complications in chronic neuromodulation are the wires connecting the different parts of the systems, or even penetrating the skin. They account for frequent device failures due to wire breaks and, especially when penetrating the skin, are a permanent risk of tissue irritations or infections. To overcome these problems, a …
Wireless Neuromodulation with CorTec Cuff Electrodes and novel ‘Electroparticles’ Read More »
We are exhibiting at Compamed in Düsseldorf, Germany. The third day is already over and we met some very interesting poeple. Use the last chance tomorrow and meet us at booth H19.4 in hall 8a.
With a thickness down to 0.08 mm our °AirRay Electrode Technology offers refined products for your application. Depending on the design you choose for your specific application the electrode can be very delicate in its structure which you should consider when handling. The first step to a successful use is unboxing your electrodes. In a …
Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease for which no causal cure exists to date. The only treatment method available consists of closely monitoring blood sugar levels and injecting insulin several times a day. This treatment, however, does not eliminate the cause of the disease, has to be kept up for the patient’s whole life, …
Electrostimulation with CorTec Cuff Electrodes Inhibits New-onset Autoimmune Diabetes Read More »