A Modern Atlas for Implantable Devices of the Spine, Brain, and Nerve
For Pain, Movement Disorders, and Nerve Dysfunction
- 1st Edition - July 31, 2026
- Latest edition
- Editors: Timothy R. Deer, Jason E. Pope
- Language: English
A Modern Atlas for Implantable Devices of the Spine, Brain and Nerve: For Pain, Movement disorders, and Nerve Dysfunction is a vital resource for medical practitioners and resear… Read more
Description
Description
A Modern Atlas for Implantable Devices of the Spine, Brain and Nerve: For Pain, Movement disorders, and Nerve Dysfunction is a vital resource for medical practitioners and researchers in the rapidly evolving field of neuromodulation. This comprehensive reference navigates the intricate landscape of implantable technologies with a focus on new techniques, advanced waveforms and frequencies, and novel neural targets spanning the spine, brain, and peripheral nerves. This atlas introduces groundbreaking devices, including best practices tailored to enhance clinical outcomes. From spinal cord stimulation to intricate procedures involving the dorsal root ganglion, and sacral nerve, each section reviews both the anatomical nuances and procedural details, equipping practitioners with the expertise needed to tackle a diverse array of disease states and patient conditions.
Key features
Key features
- Includes comprehensive coverage of new implantable devices and techniques not previously available, catering to the latest advancements in neuromodulation
- Details anatomical insights and procedural guidelines for spine, brain, and peripheral nerve stimulations
- Presents in-depth sections on brain stimulation, vagal nerve stimulation, and glossopharyngeal nerve stimulation
- Explores advanced waveforms and frequencies tailored for optimizing pain management and therapeutic outcomes across various neural targets
Readership
Readership
Neurosurgeons including residents and fellows, neurologist, physicians and medical students
Table of contents
Table of contents
Section 1: General Anatomy
5. Cervical spine anatomy
6. Thoracic spine anatomy
7. Lumbar spine anatomy
8. Sacral spine anatomy
Section 3: Spinal Cord Stimulation
9. Cervical spinal cord stimulation
10. Thoracic and lumbar spinal cord stimulation
11. Neuromodulation for pelvic pain
12. Complications of neuromodulation of the spine
Section 4: Dorsal Root Ganglion
13. Cervical dorsal root ganglion stimulation
14. Thoracic dorsal root ganglion stimulation
15. Dorsal root ganglion stimulation for lumbar spine
16. Sacral dorsal root ganglion stimulation
17. Specific complications of dorsal root ganglion stimulation
Section 5: Waveforms and Frequencies
18. Burst waveforms
19. High-frequency stimulation
20. Surround inhibition
21. Differential target multiplexed (DTM)
22. New waveform concepts for spinal cord stimulation
Section 6: Closed Loop Systems
23. Closed loop: EVOKE
24. Closed loop: Inceptiv
25. Biosensing and closed-loop stimulation in the peripheral nervous system
Section 7: Remote Care and Monitoring
26. Remote care and monitoring
Section 8: Remote Programming
27. Remote programming
Section 9: Peripheral Nerve Stimulation
28. The upper extremity PNS stimulation
29. Peripheral nerve stimulation of the trunk and abdomen
30. Peripheral nerve stimulation of the lower extremity
31. 60-Day peripheral nerve stimulation
32. The permanent peripheral nerve stimulator (PNS) implant
33. Complications of peripheral nerve stimulation
Section 10: Stimulation of the Brain and Cranial Nerves
34. Deep brain stimulation for movement disorders
35. Deep brain stimulation—Major depressive disorder and other neuropsychiatric circuit pathologies
36. Deep brain stimulation: Pain
37. Hypoglossal nerve peripheral stimulation (HNS) for sleep apnea
38. Vagus nerve stimulation: Implanted and noninvasive
39. Complications of brain and cranial nerve stimulation
Section 11: External Brain Devices
40. External devices for pain and depression
41. External peripheral nerve devices
Section 12: Intrathecal Drug Delivery
42. Intrathecal drug delivery: Patient selection
43. Implant methods of intrathecal drug delivery
44. Drug selection and dosing strategies of intrathecal delivery
45. Complications of intrathecal drug delivery
- Spinal anatomy regarding neuromodulation methods: An overview
- Anatomy of the disc
- Anatomy of the head and neck for neuromodulation
- Anatomy of the peripheral nervous system
5. Cervical spine anatomy
6. Thoracic spine anatomy
7. Lumbar spine anatomy
8. Sacral spine anatomy
Section 3: Spinal Cord Stimulation
9. Cervical spinal cord stimulation
10. Thoracic and lumbar spinal cord stimulation
11. Neuromodulation for pelvic pain
12. Complications of neuromodulation of the spine
Section 4: Dorsal Root Ganglion
13. Cervical dorsal root ganglion stimulation
14. Thoracic dorsal root ganglion stimulation
15. Dorsal root ganglion stimulation for lumbar spine
16. Sacral dorsal root ganglion stimulation
17. Specific complications of dorsal root ganglion stimulation
Section 5: Waveforms and Frequencies
18. Burst waveforms
19. High-frequency stimulation
20. Surround inhibition
21. Differential target multiplexed (DTM)
22. New waveform concepts for spinal cord stimulation
Section 6: Closed Loop Systems
23. Closed loop: EVOKE
24. Closed loop: Inceptiv
25. Biosensing and closed-loop stimulation in the peripheral nervous system
Section 7: Remote Care and Monitoring
26. Remote care and monitoring
Section 8: Remote Programming
27. Remote programming
Section 9: Peripheral Nerve Stimulation
28. The upper extremity PNS stimulation
29. Peripheral nerve stimulation of the trunk and abdomen
30. Peripheral nerve stimulation of the lower extremity
31. 60-Day peripheral nerve stimulation
32. The permanent peripheral nerve stimulator (PNS) implant
33. Complications of peripheral nerve stimulation
Section 10: Stimulation of the Brain and Cranial Nerves
34. Deep brain stimulation for movement disorders
35. Deep brain stimulation—Major depressive disorder and other neuropsychiatric circuit pathologies
36. Deep brain stimulation: Pain
37. Hypoglossal nerve peripheral stimulation (HNS) for sleep apnea
38. Vagus nerve stimulation: Implanted and noninvasive
39. Complications of brain and cranial nerve stimulation
Section 11: External Brain Devices
40. External devices for pain and depression
41. External peripheral nerve devices
Section 12: Intrathecal Drug Delivery
42. Intrathecal drug delivery: Patient selection
43. Implant methods of intrathecal drug delivery
44. Drug selection and dosing strategies of intrathecal delivery
45. Complications of intrathecal drug delivery
Product details
Product details
- Edition: 1
- Latest edition
- Published: July 31, 2026
- Language: English
About the editors
About the editors
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Timothy R. Deer
Timothy R. Deer is a clinical professor of anesthesiology at the West Virginia University School of Medicine, where he also received his medical degree. He completed his training in anesthesiology and pain medicine at the University of Virginia. Dr. Deer has published on a range of topics, including injection techniques, minimally invasive disc procedures, intrathecal drug delivery, and spinal cord and peripheral nerve stimulation. He lectures at many national and international symposiums and has been involved in the hands-on training of more than a thousand interventional pain specialists. He serves on the board of directors of the North American Neuromodulation Society and American Academy of Pain Medicine. He is a past chair of the committee on pain medicine of the American Society of Anesthesiologists, a member of the editorial board of the journal Neuromodulation, president of the West Virginia Society of Interventional Pain Physicians, and serves on several other boards and committees.
Affiliations and expertise
President, The Spine and Nerve Center of the Virginias; Clinical Professor, West Virginia University School of Medicine Charleston, West Virginia, USAJP
Jason E. Pope
Dr. Pope is a leader in clinical research and innovation. He is involved with clinical trials encompassing many treatment strategies, including cellular therapy and regenerative medicine, medical devices to treat pain and wellness strategies. He is also focused on furthering education in the field of pain medicine. He has published over 100 peer-reviewed journals and spoken at numerous national and international conferences. He has served as the principal investigator for numerous national and international studies, started and clinical research organization, and helped numerous practices begin their research departments. When not helping his patients improve their quality of life, Dr. Pope enjoys spending time with his three children and writing.
Affiliations and expertise
Founder and CEO, Evolve Restorative Center, USA