Information: DBS Therapy

About DBS Therapy:
DBS Therapy (deep brain stimulation) is an FDA-approved treatment proven to reduce some of the symptoms of Parkinson's disease.1 More than 80,000 people around the world have benefited from Medtronic DBS Therapy over the past 20 years. Medtronic is the pioneer and leader in DBS Therapy systems.

How it works:
DBS Therapy uses a medical device that you can think of a pacemaker for the brain (by the way, Medtronic also pioneered the heart pacemaker). This small device is placed in the chest area. It sends mild electrical signals through thin, insulated wires to precisely targeted areas of the brain that control movement. These signals block some of the messages that cause tremor, rigidity, and bradykinesia/akinesia.

This therapy is not for everyone, however, and it’s important to talk with your doctor about the benefits and risks. DBS Therapy requires brain surgery which could have serious or even fatal complications. Other complications can occur and may require additional surgery. Medtronic DBS Therapy may cause worsening of some symptoms.


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