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CURRENT PATIENT RESOURCES DBS THERAPY FOR EPILEPSY

Find instructions for using your DBS patient programmer.

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HOW TO USE YOUR PATIENT PROGRAMMER

Your patient programmer allows you to turn your therapy on or off and to check your battery life. You may also be able to adjust the stimulation within options programmed by your doctor.

DOWNLOAD THE PATIENT PROGRAMMER GUIDE

Your programmer manual has information about use, maintenance, and troubleshooting. With your Activa™ neurostimulator, you will also have an illustrated quick guide.

Your clinician will give you the printed manual for your programmer. You can get a replacement copy by calling Medtronic Patient Services at 800-510-6735 Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central Time — or by downloading a copy below.

DOWNLOAD QUICK GUIDE

INSTRUCTIONS AND HELP 

  • Your clinician or nurse will show you how to use your programmer. Call the clinic if you need more help or have questions.
  • You will receive a manual with detailed instructions.
  • Medtronic Patient Services is here to answer questions about how to use your programmer. Call us at 800-510-6735, Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central Time.

GETTING STARTED

  • Start by learning the basic operation of your programmer.
  • Know what to do when you see a warning or alert.
  • Over time, learn more features of your programmer.
  • Always keep the programmer with you.

DBS PATIENT RESOURCES

Find resources and support for wherever you are on your journey with DBS for epilepsy.

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CONTACT MEDTRONIC

Medtronic Patient Services
Monday to Friday 8AM-5PM CT

800-510-6735

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