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Parkinson's disease is a chronic degenerative disorder of the central nervous system that usually occurs in older age and is characterized by a decrease in a substance called "dopamine" in the brain. The main symptoms, which are predominant in most patients, include slowed movements, facial stiffness, decreased facial expressions (referred to as "masked face"), stooped posture with small steps while walking, and a tremor often described as a "counting money" movement predominantly affecting one side of the body.
Dystonia is a neurological disorder characterized by muscle contractions in different areas of the body. It is a movement disorder in which the brain's movement control centers do not function properly, resulting in involuntary
muscle contractions in various parts of the body. The initial symptoms of the disease may include handwriting difficulties, cramp-like contractions in the hands or feet, and the twisting or pulling of the neck to one side or backward.
muscle contractions in various parts of the body. The initial symptoms of the disease may include handwriting difficulties, cramp-like contractions in the hands or feet, and the twisting or pulling of the neck to one side or backward.
Essential tremor is one of the most common movement disorders in the world. It is a type of tremor that occurs during daily routines such as eating or drinking. These tremor symptoms are more commonly seen in younger individuals, but about half of the cases have a familial component and can be inherited and passed on to children.
The initial treatment for Parkinson's disease and all other movement disorders is medication. When medication treatment is insufficient or severe side effects occur, DBS therapy can provide promising results.
DBS neurostimulators are devices that deliver electrical currents to specific points within the human brain, aiming to either stimulate or suppress the electrical activity of brain cells in the targeted area.
These devices are used in the treatment of movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease. DBS typically consistS of electrodes implanted in the brain tissue and a neurostimulator or battery-like device.
The dosage of electrical current is adjusted according to the patient's symptoms, the progression of the disease, and other factors.
These devices are used in the treatment of movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease. DBS typically consistS of electrodes implanted in the brain tissue and a neurostimulator or battery-like device.
The dosage of electrical current is adjusted according to the patient's symptoms, the progression of the disease, and other factors.
DBS are successfully applied in cases where medical treatment is insufficient for diseases such as Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, which is a condition characterized by shaking, and dystonia, which involves excessive muscle contractions.
These surgeries are performed while the patient is awake, allowing communication and conversation throughout the procedure. Patients do not experience any pain or discomfort during the surgery, except for the slight discomfort of a few anesthesia injections. The surgery typically takes about 3- 3.5 hours to complete.
DBS can bring about significant changes in a person's life. Before the surgery, individuals may struggle with tasks such as tying their shoes or buttoning their shirts, and they may rely on others for daily activities. However, with DBS therapy, they can regain their independence and return to their previous healthy state.
This improvement allows them to participate more fully in social activities and regain their social lives. They can re-engage with friends and family, participate in hobbies, and enjoy a greater sense of freedom and autonomy. Deep Brain Stimulation helps individuals regain control over their movements and improve their quality of life.
DBS can bring about significant changes in a person's life. Before the surgery, individuals may struggle with tasks such as tying their shoes or buttoning their shirts, and they may rely on others for daily activities. However, with DBS therapy, they can regain their independence and return to their previous healthy state.
This improvement allows them to participate more fully in social activities and regain their social lives. They can re-engage with friends and family, participate in hobbies, and enjoy a greater sense of freedom and autonomy. Deep Brain Stimulation helps individuals regain control over their movements and improve their quality of life.
Patients with DBS do not experience any changes in their normal daily activities. They can continue to engage in various sports activities such as tennis, billiards, as long as they are not too intense and do not pose a risk of head trauma. Patients can also swim and ride bicycles.
Today, the Social Security System covers the entire cost of the DBS, which is the most expensive part of the surgery, for patients who undergo surgery with appropriate selection and accurate indications.
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