Shining a Light on Deep Brain Stimulation: A Breakthrough Treatment for Dystonia
Overview of the Breakthrough Treatment for Dystonia Dystonia is a neurological movement disorder characterized by involuntary and abnormal muscle contractions, leading to twisting movements, unusual postures, and, at times, pain. While dystonia currently has no cure, deep brain stimulation (DBS) stands out as a highly effective and advanced treatment option. This innovative therapy involves implanting […]
The Role of Exercise in Enhancing DBS for Movement Disorders
Introduction Movement disorders such as Parkinson’s disease and essential tremors can significantly impact a person’s quality of life. Fortunately, medical advancements have provided effective treatment options, including Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS). This revolutionary treatment, available in leading centers like our renowned deep brain stimulation hospital in Mumbai at the Neurological Surgery Department at Jaslok Hospital, […]
Ultimate Guidance- Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery in India
What is Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery (DBS)? Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) involves implantation of an electrode deep within the brain under local anesthesia. In recent times, Subthalamic Nucleus stimulation has emerged as the favored site for DBS. This electrode is permanently left in place and connected to a small implantable pulse generator (IPG) This remotely […]
Deep Brain Stimulation: Pros & Cons
Deep Brain Stimulation: Pros & Cons The full form of the DBS is also known as Deep Brain Stimulation. DBS surgery has applicable for recovering many diseases such as Parkinson Disease (PD), Dystonia, OCD, essential tremor, sometime Psychological Disorder, Chronic Pain, Epilepsy, Tourette Syndrome. This DBS surgery helps to reduce or control the symptoms of […]
