Patents by Inventor W. Joseph Martin

W. Joseph Martin 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).

  • Spinal cord stimulation
    Patent number: 6169924
    Abstract: The present invention provides a method for spinal cord stimulation to treat orgasmic dysfunction. Stimulating electrodes are placed in the spinal canal via a needle inserted between the appropriate vertebrae in parallel with the spinal cord. The electrodes are connected to a power source. Through variable transmission of electrical signals a patient suffering from orgasmic dysfunction may once again achieve orgasm.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 27, 1999
    Date of Patent: January 2, 2001
    Inventors: T. Stuart Meloy, W. Joseph Martin