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What is DBS

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Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)

Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) is a procedure in which thin electrode wires are placed into the brain with the help of computer navigation. These electrodes are connected to a small pulse generator implanted below the collarbone, much like a cardiac pacemaker. Continuous electrical stimulation effectively jams or blocks the abnormal circuitry of the brain that causes movement disorders, which results in an improvement of many of the most disabling symptoms, leading to an improved quality of life for patients suffering from these diseases.
Albert John Fenoy, MD
Albert John Fenoy, MD
Parkinson’s Disease
People with Parkinson’s disease will see an immediate improvement with tremor, rigidity, slowness, motor fluctuations and involuntary movements, known as dyskinesia, as a result of medication. DBS improves Parkinson’s symptoms much like medicine does, so a significant reduction of medication can be expected.
Albert John Fenoy, MD
Essential Tremor
Patients with essential tremor, who have a reduced quality of life due to their condition, will experience a significant reduction of hand tremors and may even be tremor-free. DBS will also substantially alleviate head and voice tremors in those who suffer from them. Long-term studies show that essential tremor remains responsive to DBS for years after surgery.
Albert John Fenoy, MD
Types of Dystonia
People with certain types of dystonia—including generalized dystonia, cervical dystonia, tardive dystonia and Meige syndrome—who undergo DBS will experience a life-changing improvement in their involuntary movements, allowing them to live a higher quality life.
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