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P
ARTS OF YOUR
S
TIMULATION
S
YSTEM
Freedom Stimulator
–
Also known as an
“implant” or “
receiver
”
. The
Stimulator is a set of thin wires and a miniature receiver, covered with a
protective casing. The Stimulator has small metal electrodes near the tip that
are set to different electrical polarities. An electrical field of energy is created
when power is applied to the electrodes. The electrical field aids in blocking the
pain signals coming from certain nerves near the spinal column. The Stimulator
receives energy wirelessly from the external unit (WAA).
Wearable Antenna Assembly (WAA)
–
The WAA is an electronic device used to
power the Stimulator. The device contains a rechargeable battery with an
antenna and micro USB port (for charging only). The WAA is worn near the area
where the Stimulator-Receiver is implanted.
The WAA communicates with your Stimulator-Receiver by sending
radiofrequency signals through the antenna. Your Stimulator-Receiver only
accepts communication from your WAA. The clinician programs your WAA with
your specific Stimulation parameters from a wireless Bluetooth
®
programming
tablet.
Antenna and Antenna Cable
–
The antenna sends out the wireless signal. The
antenna is permanently attached to the antenna cable. The antenna is
permanently connected to the Microwave Field Stimulator (MFS) with the
antenna cable.
