Abstract: Undesirable cross-conduction between electrode pairs in a human-implantable dual channel neurostimulator is prevented. The first and second pairs of electrodes may, optionally, share a common electrode. The first electrode pair is stimulated and then recharged. Then, after a finite waiting period has elapsed, the second electrode pair is stimulated and then recharged. Then, after a finite waiting period, the process is repeated. A high impedance state is established across one of the electrode pairs while the other electrode pair is being stimulated and recharged. Such a high impedance state prevents current from flowing through one of the electrode pairs while the other electrode pair is being stimulated or recharged.

Abstract: A first electrical signal and a second electrical signal are transmitted to one or more implanted leads including first and second electrodes, respectively. The first and second signals have a difference in frequency such that the combined potentials induce action potentials in a certain locus of electrically excitable tissue. Means are provided for adjusting the frequency difference, as well as the amplitudes of the signals so that the locus is altered.