Jan 10, 2016
Microelectrode RecordingUsing the FHC micro-drive
Microelectrode RecordingCalculate the micro-drive starting pointAssemble the FHC micro-driveInsert the cannulaeInsert the microelectrodeAdditional tracks:Perform a parallel trackUsing the offset positionerPlace the DBS lead
Starting Point CalculationDepth to target is from alignment adapterOffset calculates for FHC stackupAllowable targeting range is 150-180mm
FHC Calculation
FHC AssemblyRemove alignment adapterInsert Center positionerAttach drive baseAttach micro-driveNote: be sure drive is set to starting depth
Cannulae insertionInsert stylet through passing cannulaAttach collet to passing cannulaPass cannula/collet combo into driveRemove StyletInsert microelectrode cannulaNote: be sure drive is set to starting depth
Microelectrode insertionRetract microelectrode within sheathPass microelectrode through cannulaAdvance electrodeConnect recording system cablesNote: be sure drive is set to starting depth
Microelectrode Recording
Parallel TractsRetract drive to starting pointRemove cannula & re-insert through offset
Offset PositionerRetract drive to starting pointRemove cannulaRemove drive and drive baseRemove center positionerChoose direction for offsetInsert offset positionerRe-assemble drive and cannula
Possible Tracks
Lead PlacementSet drive to desired target depthRemove microelectrode and spacer cannulaAttach lead holderInsert lead - depth stop at 347mm