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Medical Conditions - Deep Brain Stimulation

Deep brain stimulation is a method of stimulating the brain with medical devices like neurostimulators. It is usually used in patients with Parkinsonism to treat movement disorders. This procedure has proven to have a 95 % success rate.

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Should a 56 year old with tardive dyskinesia consider DBS?

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Can DBS help elderly individuals manage dystonia?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. At 72 years of age, a person is not automatically considered too old for deep-brain stimulation (DBS).

Can DBS improve my father's Parkinson's symptoms?

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How does deep brain stimulation for OCD work?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I can understand your concern. Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is a neurosurgical procedure that involves implanting electrodes into specific areas of the brain.

Can DBS help advanced Parkinson’s with hallucinations at 69?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query, and I can understand your concern. For Parkinson's disease, it is important to keep consulting with your neurologist.

What newer medicines help reduce wearing off in Parkinson’s?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand how concerning and frustrating it can be to notice worsening Parkinson’s symptoms after being stable on treatment for a few years.

Can deep-brain stimulation treat my Parkinson’s disease?

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Are my worsening tremors and stiffness signs of Parkinson’s?

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Are there better options to manage my cervical dystonia?

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How can my 71-year-old father manage his Parkinson’s disease?

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