Parkinson's disease, Essential tremor, Dystonia
Neuromodulation is an advanced treatment technique used to treat a variety of neurological conditions such as Parkinson's disease, Essential tremor, and Dystonia. One of the main methods of neuromodulation is Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS).
Parkinson's disease is a neurodegenerative condition that causes movement disorders, tremors, stiffness, and slower movements. Deep brain stimulation is used when medications are no longer effective or cause unwanted side effects. DBS involves implanting electrodes into certain areas of the brain, such as the Subthalamic Nucleus (STN) or the Globus Pallidus. These electrodes send electrical impulses that help regulate abnormal brain activity and relieve symptoms.
Essential tremor is another form of movement disorder that causes involuntary shaking of the hands, head, or other parts of the body. Deep Brain Stimulation is also effective in treating Essential tremor. Electrodes are usually implanted in the Thalamus (Ventral Intermediate Nucleus - VIM), where they help control and reduce tremors.
Dystonia is a neurological disorder that causes involuntary muscle spasms and abnormal body posture. In the case of Dystonia, DBS is based on the same principles - electrodes send impulses to the Globus Pallidus or other target brain regions, helping to reduce muscle spasms and improve quality of life.
Deep Brain Stimulation has become an important treatment alternative for patients unresponsive to conventional treatment methods and is considered one of the most effective neuromodulation technologies for the treatment of these severe neurological conditions.