An implantable connector for use with a neurological device and a lead
extension includes a male connector having a plurality of electrical
contacts axially arranged along the connector, insulated from each other.
The connector also includes a female connector having one or more
channels axially disposed therein and a plurality of conductors axially
arranged on the female connector. The plurality of conductors are
electrically insulated from each other, and at least one indexing element
is disposed adjacent to one or more of the channels. The indexing element
allows the male connector to be received into the one or more channels in
a defined orientation relative to the channel, thereby forming at least
two electrical connections along two or more axial positions. Often the
neurological device is a brain stimulating and recording lead. The male
and female connectors are often fastened together with a screw or by
twist-locking the two members together.