Controlling Stimulation Amplitude
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Understanding Impedance Values
Impedance values are important indicators when delivering test stimulation or stimulating
with the Neurostimulator. The impedance values provided by the CP are icons representing
the quality of the circuit being used to deliver stimulation.
Impedance can be tested when a button is present. When the button is pressed, the CP will
display either:
• A single impedance icon corresponding to the connection for foramen needle
stimulation.
• 4 impedance icons, each corresponding to the connection for one of the electrodes on
the tined lead.
The impedance icon can have one of 4 states:
①
Good
• The impedance level indicates a good connection and is preferred for stimulation.
②
OK
• The impedance level indicates an acceptable connection and is allowed for stimulation.
③
Bad – Open
• The impedance level indicates an open circuit and stimulation is not possible.
④
Bad – Short
• The impedance level indicates a short circuit and stimulation is not recommended.
Note:
See the manual sections on
Troubleshooting
for steps to resolve out of range (“Bad”)
impedance values.