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Rechargeable Stimulator Battery

Stimulator Battery

The rechargeable Stimulator battery should provide at least five years of service. In many cases,
the Stimulator battery should provide at least 25 years of service. Battery life is dependent on the
stimulation settings and conditions.

Recharge Estimate

Boston Scientific recommends any recharge schedule that fits the patient's schedule and lifestyle
while maintaining sufficient charge to maintain stimulation. Patients should expect a daily
recharging time of 5 to 30 minutes per day or a periodic recharging time of 30 minutes to 4 hours
every 1 to 2 weeks, but their recharge routine may vary depending on their stimulation parameters.
High power users will require more frequent charging. Developing a patient's recharge routine
involves finding the right balance among the following:
• How much power is required for the patient to experience effective therapy
• How often the patient wants to recharge
• How long the patient wants to recharge
• How the patient would like to manage their personal schedule
After years of service, the Stimulator may require shorter intervals between charges. The
Stimulator will need replacement when stimulation no longer can be maintained with routine
charging.
The Clinician Programmer will provide a recharging estimate based on 24 hours per day of
stimulation at the programmed settings. If fully charging the Stimulator, patients should be
instructed to charge until the Charger emits the end of charge double beep.
Note: For instructions on charging the Stimulator, refer to the appropriate Charging Handbook
for your DBS System as listed on your DBS Reference Guide. For instructions on
checking the Stimulator battery status, refer to the appropriate Remote Control DFU for
your DBS System as listed on your DBS Reference Guide.
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