Neuromodulation Glossary
100 terms total — 4 showing — Last updated 15 Sep 2026
Charge Density
The amount of electrical charge delivered per unit area of electrode surface, a critical safety parameter in neurostimulation.
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation
A non-invasive pain management technique using surface electrodes to deliver electrical impulses through the skin.
Trialing Period
A temporary test phase using external neurostimulation before permanent implantation to assess therapeutic efficacy.
Vagus Nerve Stimulation
Therapeutic technique using electrical impulses to stimulate the vagus nerve for treating epilepsy and depression.
Volume of Tissue Activated
The three-dimensional region surrounding a neurostimulation electrode where neural tissue experiences suprathreshold ele...