How exciting that your husband has a consult coming up! The procedure being referred to is likely focused ultrasound (sometimes called laser or ultrasound surgery). It's a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create a small, precise change in the area of the brain responsible for tremors, helping to block the Show Full Answer
How exciting that your husband has a consult coming up! The procedure being referred to is likely focused ultrasound (sometimes called laser or ultrasound surgery). It's a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create a small, precise change in the area of the brain responsible for tremors, helping to block the abnormal signals causing them. Here's what's generally known about this procedure for Parkinson's tremors:
- Non-invasive — no incisions or implants required
- Targets tremor-causing brain signals directly
- Can be effective for people whose tremors aren't well-controlled by medication
- Results vary from person to person
It's worth noting this is different from Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS), which is a surgical option involving implanted electrodes and is also used for disabling tremors, motor fluctuations, and stiffness.
The Monday consult is a great opportunity to ask the neurologist which approach best fits your husband's specific symptoms and history. Coming in with a list of questions can really help make the most of that appointment!
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