Basics and Mechanisms of Different Neuromodulation Devices

Dear Colleagues,

Over the past decade, neuromodulation has significantly advanced on many levels, such as the development of new hardware, the use of different wave forms, new indications, and many other new innovations for all kinds of neuromodulation devices.

Understanding the basics of the technology and proposed mechanisms, in addition to the application of these basic concepts to ensure that devices are continuously innovated, is very important.

This Special Issue aims to present the basics of technology and the mechanism of action of different neuromodulation devices, including spinal cord stimulation, peripheral nerve stimulation, deep brain stimulation, vagal nerve stimulation, gastric stimulators, and sacral stimulators, among others. Each topic will discuss the basics of technology and clinical applications.

The mechanism of action of different neuromodulation devices has evolved over the years, and we continue to explore their potential. We also continue to explore more uses and benefits of these devices beyond their primary uses.

We encourage researchers to submit their work to this Special Issue and join us in producing a valuable resource for authors on this very important and novel topic.

Dr. Alaa Abd-Elsayed
Guest Editor

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