Brain surgery might not sound like a walk in the park, you might imagine a robot hand trying to create a fine painting. Yet, deep brain stimulation (DBS) is a procedure worth discussing. DBS can be traced back to its origin in the 1950s and involves the implantation of electrodes in specific brain
Sleep can be a real struggle for people with Parkinson's disease. But there's a treatment that might help - deep brain stimulation (DBS). Instead of just helping with shaking and stiffness, scientists have found it also improves sleep. They looked at brain waves in an area called the subthalamic nuc
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is a surgical treatment that's been helping people with treatment-resistant obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Even though it's pricier than other similar treatments, it's gained popularity due to its adjustable nature. This study takes a fresh look at the cost-effecti
Imagine having a stroke and then living with unbearable pain for the rest of your life. This is the reality for many people who suffer from central poststroke pain syndrome (CPSP). One method that doctors use to manage this severe pain is deep brain stimulation (DBS). But how effective is it, and wh
Did you know that your brain can change and adapt over time? This is called neural plasticity. Both your experiences and treatments like therapy can influence it. Noninvasive brain stimulation (NIBS) uses things like magnetic fields to affect specific brain areas. This can improve mood or reduce anx
Epilepsy is a tough nut to crack. Doctors often use meds or deep brain stimulation to tackle seizures, but these methods have their limits. Some people don't respond well to meds, and seizures can be unpredictable. Recently, scientists have come up with new ways to tackle these challenges, like resp
