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An improved implantable sensor system is disclosed that includes an array of sensors. Each of the sensors is associated with a protective member that prevents the sensor from interacting with the surrounding environment. At a selected time, the protective member may be disabled, thereby allowing the

An improved implantable sensor system is disclosed that includes an array of sensors. Each of the sensors is associated with a protective member that prevents the sensor from interacting with the surrounding environment. At a selected time, the protective member may be disabled, thereby allowing the sensor to begin sensing signals within a living body. In one embodiment, the protective member is formed of a conductive material that can oxidize, is biocompatible, bio-absorbable, and that may be dissolved in solution such as blood upon application of an electric potential. In another embodiment, the protective member is formed of a dissolvable member that dissolves within the body over a predetermined time period.

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An improved implantable sensor system is disclosed that includes an array of sensors. Each of the sensors is associated with a protective member that prevents the sensor from interacting with the surrounding environment. At a selected time, the protective member may be disabled, thereby allowing the

An improved implantable sensor system is disclosed that includes an array of sensors. Each of the sensors is associated with a protective member that prevents the sensor from interacting with the surrounding environment. At a selected time, the protective member may be disabled, thereby allowing the sensor to begin sensing signals within a living body. In one embodiment, the protective member is formed of a conductive material that can oxidize, is biocompatible, bio-absorbable, and that may be dissolved in solution such as blood upon application of an electric potential. In another embodiment, the protective member is formed of a dissolvable member that dissolves within the body over a predetermined time period. n of magnetotherapy and far-infrared radiative therapy occurs when the device is placed adjacent tissue to be treated. 6. The device for providing both magnetotherapy and far-infrared radiative treatment as set forth in claim 5 wherein said magnet having alternating magnetic polarity comprises planar alternating magnetic means whereby travel in any direction along said magnet provides alternating magnetic polarity. 7. The device for providing both magnetotherapy and far-infrared radiative treatment as set forth in claim 6 wherein alternating magnetic polarity of said magnet is selected from the group consisting of: alternating magnetic triangles, alternating magnetic squares, and series of alternating concentric circles. 8. A device for providing both magnetotherapy and far-infrared radiative treatment, comprising: a strong magnet, said magnet having alternating magnetic polarity and providing a magnetic field; said magnet providing alternating magnetic polarity by including planar alternating magnetic means whereby travel in any direction along said magnet provides alternating magnetic polarity; said alternating magnetic polarity of said magnet selected from the group consisting of alternating magnetic triangles, alternating magnetic squares, and series of alternating concentric circles; and bio-ceramic fibers woven into a mat, said bio-ceramic fibers adjacent said magnet, said bio-ceramic fibers emitting far-infrared radiation (FIR) when warmed to body temperature; whereby simultaneous application of magnetotherapy and far-infrared radiative therapy occurs when the device is placed adjacent tissue to be treated. 9. A device for providing both magnetotherapy and far-infrared radiative treatment as set forth in claim 8, wherein said strong magnet further compromises neodymium.