Patents by Inventor Andrew Talalla

Andrew Talalla has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Stimulation of cauda-equina spinal nerves
    Patent number: 4633889
    Abstract: A nerve-stimulating electrode assembly for installation within or adjacent the lower end of the dura mater to enable regaining of at least partial control over lower-body functions directed by nerves emerging from the end of the spinal cord. In one form, the electrode assembly has an internal passage enabling injection of fluids, whereby electrical stimulation, chemical treatment, or both forms of therapy may be used either intra- or extradurally.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 1984
    Date of Patent: January 6, 1987
    Inventors: Andrew Talalla, Leo A. Bullara