Deep Brain Stimulation


Deep brain stimulation, a surgical procedure for Parkinson's, can help ease motor symptoms and decrease medication needs in some people. 

DBS Educational Websites

Advances in DBS:  In this recent edition of Dr. Gilbert Hosts, we speak to Dr. Alan Mogilner, an expert in DBS, about the most recent advances in DBS technology.
The ABCs of DBS: In this webinar, you’ll learn what DBS is, hear more about who is a candidate for deep brain stimulation, what’s new in the field as it relates to DBS, and more.
Overview of DBS: This fact sheet is a quick and easy starting point – a great way for you to learn more and get reliable information about DBS treatment.
Updates on PD Treatments, including DBS: A recent webinar in our “Spotlight” series, Spotlight on Parkinson’s Disease: What’s New in PD Treatment reviews the latest in all PD treatments, including developments in DBS treatment.
DBS Research to help gait and balance: APDA-funded researcher Dr. Aasef G. Shaikh is working hard to develop a DBS-based therapeutic approach to improve balance, gait and postural instability in PD. Learn more about his exciting research (that even uses a machine used by NASA to train astronauts!) and what fuels his passion for his work.
  • ABCs of DBS, Where we were and where we are going.  Zachary T. Levine MD FAANS Prof. Neurological Surgery, GWU Director of Neuroscience and Neurosurgery, Holy Cross Health
https://parkinsonfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/4-4-19-PFNCA-PP-Levine-Slide-Deck.pdf

  • Michael J Fox, Deep Brain Stimulation
https://www.michaeljfox.org/news/deep-brain-stimulation

  • Directional DBS: Why you need a multiple source system
​​https://youtu.be/nVLWauTKfPo

This voice podcast discusses basics of DBS, predictors of DBS success, new & future types of DBS, DBS Versus Focused Ultrasound and risks of DBS.  Parkinson's Foundation has a history of dissemination of useful PD/ET information.  

  •  How Does the DBS Device Work? | Parkinson's Foundation
 https://www.parkinson.org/pd-library/videos/how-does-a-dbs-device-work
This video attempts to answer how DBS works although the mechanism is not known for sure.  The info is helpful!



 
Providers of DBS Products

  • Medtronic DBS, Activa neurostimulators
www.medtronicDBS.com
www.youtube.com/user/MedtronicDBSTherapy

 
  • Abbott, www.Abbott.com, Infinity technology, search for deep brain stimulation.