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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 similar to the poles on a battery. 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
of the spinal cord. The Stimulator receives energy wirelessly from the external
unit (WAA).
Wearable Antenna Assembly (WAA) Programmer –
The WAA Programmer is
an electronic device used to power the Stimulator. Wireless power is sent from
the WAA and through your skin to the Stimulator. The WAA Programmer is
worn around your midsection over top of the area where the Stimulator(s) is
implanted.
The WAA Programmer communicates with your Stimulator by sending
radiofrequency signals. Your Stimulator only accepts communication from your
WAA Programmer. The clinician programs your WAA Programmer with your
specific Stimulation parameters. A Bluetooth
®
connection is made in order to
program your WAA Programmer.
