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ACTIVA™ SC DBS SYSTEM FOR EPILEPSY

Learn more about how the Activa™ SC deep brain stimulation (DBS) system works to treat the symptoms of epilepsy.

Alert Important Safety Information

GET TO KNOW THE ACTIVA™ SC NEUROSTIMULATOR

Activa™ SC is used with one lead (thin wire) to deliver stimulation to one side of the brain. Two stimulators are used to stimulate areas on both sides of the brain.
The battery does not need to be recharged.
The device lasts 3 to 5 years on average, depending on the programmed settings.
The neurostimulator is typically implanted near the collarbone.

MRI SAFETY

Medtronic offers the only DBS neurostimulators approved for MRI full body under specific conditions of use.¹

DISCOVER PERCEPT™ PC

Learn about the Percept PC™ neurostimulator with BrainSense™ technology.

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SEE IF YOU QUALIFY

Answer a few short questions to see if DBS might be right for you.

TAKE THE QUIZ

DBS PATIENT RESOURCES

Find resources and support for wherever you are on your journey with deep brain stimulation (DBS) for epilepsy.

FIND RESOURCES

USING YOUR PATIENT PROGRAMMER

Find resources for how to use your patient programmer and communicator.

VIEW RESOURCES

For a listing of indications, contraindications, precautions, MRI compatibility of specific Activa^® devices, MRI conditional labeling, warnings and potential adverse events, please refer to the instructions for use.

Information on this site should not be used as a substitute for talking with your doctor. Always talk with your doctor about diagnosis and treatment information.