Abstract: Methods and systems for determining an optimal therapeutic window of parameter settings for nerve stimulation therapy are described herein. The disclosed techniques generally utilize one or more parameter sweeps to determine upper and lower threshold settings. The determination of the optimal therapeutic window may be performed during or after implantation.

Abstract: A method, system, and apparatus are provided for using an electrode for delivering an electrical signal to a first tissue of a patient's body. An electrode system comprises a lead and an electrode coupled to the lead. The electrode includes a stimulation portion that couples to the first tissue to deliver an electrical signal to the first tissue. The electrode also includes a dissipation portion that does not interface with the first tissue. The dissipation portion is adapted to dissipate thermal energy from the electrode.

Abstract: A method of treating motion sickness in a patient is disclosed, wherein the method includes coupling at least one electrode to the patient at least one location in proximity to at least one cranial nerve; and applying an electrical signal to said nerve or nerve branch using said electrode to treat said motion sickness. An exemplary motion sickness is space motion sickness.