The device is implanted into upper chest with the electrodes placed in the neck. First, an incision is made in the neck to visualize the carotid bifurcation. The electrode is placed over the carotid artery and positioned where stimulating through it elicits a blood pressure reduction. The electrode is then sutured in place. The main part of the device (also called the pulse generator) is then placed in a pocket underneath the skin. Adjustments of the stimulation pattern (size and frequency of pulses) are made using a device programmer which communicates with the implanted device through short-range radio signals. Stimulation is set at a level that reduces blood pressure but does not cause discomfort.
Baroreflex activation therapy
Non-invasive cerebellar stimulation
Retrobulbar block
Constraint-induced movement therapy
Neuroreflexotherapy
Craniosacral therapy
Sympathectomy
Neuromuscular therapy