The invention includes an implantable medical electrical lead for
electrical stimulation of body tissue that includes at least one
modifiable portion that exhibits a first configuration when exposed to a
first temperature and a second configuration when exposed to a second
temperature, wherein the second configuration of the modifiable portion
exhibits a greater resistance to movement of the lead within the body
tissue than does the first configuration, and the second temperature is
higher than the first temperature; and at least one electrode configured
to provide electrical stimulation of body tissue, wherein the lead has a
proximal end and a distal end. Systems including leads of the invention
and methods of implanting leads of the invention are also included.