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Tailored to your
individual needs
Our Medtronic DBS system has technology and features that will make a difference for you now and into the future.
Your doctor will recommend the right Activa® device for your needs.
STIMULATES TWO SIDES WITH ONE DEVICE
Activa® PC delivers stimulation to both sides of the brain through two leads (thin wires).
NO BATTERY MAINTENANCE
The battery does not need to be recharged.
The neurostimulator lasts 3 to 5 years on average, depending on the programmed settings.
MRI SAFETY
Medtronic offers the only DBS neurostimulators approved for full-body MRI under specific conditions of use.1
PLACEMENT
The neurostimulator is typically implanted near the collarbone.
SIZE
The device is not shown actual size.
Height 2.6" (65 mm)
Width 1.9" (49 mm)
Depth 0.6" (15 mm)
The device that appears in this graphic is a representation of a Medtronic device. The graphic does not include certain identifying information that may appear on Medtronic devices, such as model number or serial number.
You will have a device, similar to a remote control, that allows you to turn the DBS system on and off and to check the battery. You may also be able to adjust the stimulation within the options programmed by your doctor. The patient programmer will alert you about three months before the battery runs out, so you have plenty of time to plan for replacement.
Your doctor will program your Medtronic DBS system to best control your current symptoms. You will:
The neurostimulator stores important data about itself and the programmed settings that have worked for you in the past. This means you don't need to carry such records if you travel or switch clinics. A doctor can access the information in your neurostimulator with a clinician programmer.
Your safety is our foremost priority. Our latest generation of devices are built with the highest safety standards and your best treatment in mind.
While some DBS devices have reed switches that can make the device more susceptible to interference from everyday electromagnetic interference, Medtronic Activa® devices do not, meaning you can walk through shop theft detectors and airport security gates with peace of mind that they won’t turn your device off unintentionally.
For a listing of indications, contraindications, precautions, MRI compatibility of specific Activa® devices, MRI conditional labelling, warnings and potential adverse events, please refer to the instructions for use.