The Inspire® Stimulation Lead (Model 4063) is designed to deliver stimulation to the hypoglossal nerve for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. The lead features a flexible, self-sizing cuff. Electrodes in the inner surface of the cuff deliver stimulation to the nerve. The lead incorporates a standard connector for coupling to the Inspire implantable pulse generator (IPG).
An assembly of implantable devices intended for home management of obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) by improving airway patency through stimulation of the hypoglossal nerve [targeted hypoglossal nerve stimulation (THN)], synchronous with respiration during sleep, to elicit a neuromuscular response at the base of the tongue. It consists primarily of three connected implanted components: a respiratory movement sensor, a pulse generator, and a lead to provide respiration-dependent (and alternatively, fixed-rate) electrical stimulation to the hypoglossal nerve; a patient-operated remote controller/charger and software for device configuration by a healthcare professional are typically included.