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Medical Methods Patents in Neuromodulation
Dylan Roskams-Edris1,2, Stacey Anderson-Redick1, Judy Illes2
1Department of Clinical Neurosciences and Psychiatry, Hotchkiss Brain Institute, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada.
Neuromodulation : Journal of the International Neuromodulation Society
|February 13, 2019
Summary
Patents for brain region modulation methods are increasing. Understanding these medical patents is crucial for neuromodulation researchers and physicians to navigate treatment and research impacts effectively.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Biotechnology
- Medical Technology
Background:
- The field of neuromodulation is experiencing rapid growth.
- There is a significant increase in patent filings for methods of modulating brain regions.
- Neuromodulation holds immense potential for patient treatment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe medical method patents relevant to neuromodulation.
- To analyze the potential direct and indirect effects of these patents on neuromodulation research and treatment.
- To inform researchers and physicians about the impact of intellectual property in neuromodulation.
Main Methods:
- Review of the history and development of medical method patents.
- Analysis of patent literature concerning brain region modulation.
- Examination of potential impacts on clinical practice and scientific inquiry.
Main Results:
- A growing number of patents specifically target methods for modulating brain regions.
- These patents can significantly influence the direction and accessibility of neuromodulation research and clinical applications.
- Lack of awareness among practitioners regarding patent implications is a key issue.
Conclusions:
- Neuromodulation is maturing into a commercial and medical reality.
- Considering the effects of method patents proactively is essential for value-driven advancement.
- Recommendations are provided on the strategic use of neuromodulation method patents based on inventor values.
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