GID-MT567 Evoke Spinal Cord Stimulator for managing chronic neuropathic or ischaemic pain

Evoke spinal cord stimulator overview The evoke spinal cord stimulator (SCS) is a rechargeable, implantable, closed loop stimulator for chronic pain management. The system is made up of an implantable closed loop stimulator (an external stimulator is used during an initial trial period), 1 or 2 leads connecting the stimulator to the spinal cord, a remote control for manually changing stimulation and a charging kit. The evoke stimulator (external or implantable) is programmed to deliver therapeutic SCS utilising feedback control by the Evoke Clinical interface and Evoke Clinical system Transceiver. The Evoke system utilises feedback control by recording activation of neural tissue and automatically adjusting stimulation to ensure it remains within the therapeutic range. The Evoke system is intended to replace conventional SCS for adults with chronic, intractable pain. The company claims the device offers patients improved pain relief and quality of life. The company also claim the technology has the potential to reduce costs related to opioid medication and the number of hospital visits.

Status:

Discontinued

Technology type:

Device

Decision:

Selected

Prioritisation programme:

HealthTech

Rationale:

  

ID number:

567

Project Team

Project lead

Rebecca Brookfield

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Timeline

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