A method for implanting electrodes into the subthalamic nucleus (STN) of rats is described. Better localization of the STN was achieved by using a microrecording system. Furthermore, a stimulation set-up is presented that is characterized by long-lasting connections between the head of the animal and the stimulator.
Fluri, F., Bieber, M., Volkmann, J., Kleinschnitz, C. Microelectrode Guided Implantation of Electrodes into the Subthalamic Nucleus of Rats for Long-term Deep Brain Stimulation. J. Vis. Exp. (104), e53066, doi:10.3791/53066 (2015).