Closed-Loop Brain Stimulation Systems Are Getting Smarter A widely-used neurological technique, Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is used in modifying and rehabilitating brain function. Currently under development, Closed-loop or “smart” DBS systems are the next evolutionary step in neuronal signal augmentation and may offer physicians more individualized treatment possibilities for their patients. Watch Board Certified Neurosurgeon, […]
April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, designed to raise awareness all over the U.S. and around the world. Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a chronic and progressive movement disorder, which means that symptoms are continuous and worsen over time. The cause is unknown, and there is presently no cure. However, there are treatment options, such as medication […]
Parkinson’s disease is a widely recognized illness that affects 4.6 million people worldwide*. It is a neurodegenerative disorder in which the deterioration of nerve cells in a part of the mid-brain called the substantia nigra causes a deficiency of dopamine levels. Complications from Parkinson’s are the 14th top cause of death in the US*. It […]
The effects of a progressive disorder can be debilitating for you and those you care for, but the good news is that medicine continues to make amazing strides that can help one fight for their health. We have experienced the benefits of technologically-advanced treatments as well as the large amounts of research that aim to […]
