Parkinson's Disease Treatment through Deep Brain Stimulation
Rheumatologist Dr. Mahsa Tehrani shares strategies for preventing Parkinson's disease. Symphony orchestra conductor Rand Laycock uses deep brain stimulation to combat Parkinson's. Laycock's symptoms improved with adaptive deep brain stimulation treatment.
Key Points
- Dr. Mahsa Tehrani shares prevention strategies for Parkinson's
- Rand Laycock, a music conductor, underwent deep brain stimulation for Parkinson's
- Laycock's symptoms improved with adaptive deep brain stimulation
Pros
- Deep brain stimulation can significantly improve Parkinson's symptoms
- Adaptive deep brain stimulation offers real-time fine-tuning of stimulation
Cons
- Brain surgery for deep brain stimulation can be intimidating