Nerve Stimulation in Paraplegic Patients by Means of Buried Induction Coil

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Abstract
A small inductance coil, 3/4" by 1/2", is buried beneath the skin. Two insulated wires lead to electrodes attached to the desired nerve. The distance from primary and current flow through primary coil may be adjusted to yield desired results. The method was tested on a patient whose paraplegic level was T-10 and who could not use a left crutch because of left arm amputation. The buried coil was attached to the left femoral n.; stimulation in standing position caused 45[degree] flexion of left leg and thigh, and reflex spread including dorsiflexion of left toes and foot, ipsilateral facilitation and crossed extensor thrust. All of these should aid walking.

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