5.3.3 Neuromodulation

Abstract

In this chapter the basic neuromodulatory methods and their pathophysiology are described. Also the history of neuromodulation is mentioned as well as the implantable systems for intraspinal application of drugs is described.

Keywords

• neuromodulation
• PNS
• SCS
• DBS
• MCS
• rTMS
• mechanism of actions of neuromodulation
• the dignoses for neuromodulation
• implantable pumps