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DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS CONCERNING DBS THERAPY? HEAR FROM THE PROFESSIONALS INVOLVED IN DBS THERAPY
NEUROLOGIST
Click to the right to hear from Tom, an experienced DBS neurologist.
Click the video below to watch the full interview on DBS Therapy from Tom, our neurologist. Alternatively, you can click on one of the questions, to jump straight to that part of the video.
TOM, NEUROLOGIST – EXPERIENCED WITH DBS THERAPY
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OVERVIEW
What is DBS?
Who is eligible for DBS?
Who should I speak to about DBS?
Can DBS be used earlier in treatment?
BENEFITS OF DBS
What are the top motor symptoms DBS is most likely to improve?
What are the top non-motor symptoms DBS is most likely to improve?
What results can I expect?
POTENTIAL RISKS
Could symptoms worsen after DBS?
Are there any risks involved? How likely are they?
AFTERCARE
Will I still need to take medication after having DBS?
What sort of aftercare / support will I be offered?
EXPERTISE
Are Doctors well educated on DBS?
THE DEVICE
How important are the settings of the device?
What are the parameters that can be adjusted and what are the effects of this?
Are DBS batteries rechargeable?
What are the benefits of a rechargeable battery?
DBS NURSE
Click to the right to hear from Lucy, an experienced DBS nurse.
Click the video below to watch the full interview on DBS Therapy from Lucy, an experienced DBS nurse. Alternatively, you can click on one of the questions, to jump straight to that part of the video.
LUCY, NURSE – EXPERIENCED WITH DBS THERAPY
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OVERVIEW
How does DBS work?
Can you explain the steps in the DBS pathway?
THE PROCEDURE
How long will it take for DBS to work after the surgery?
How often will I need to go back for programming adjustments?
How long will I stay in the hospital?
Will I feel the stimulation?
AFTERCARE
Will the neurostimulator be visible?
Can I have a pacemaker?
Can I have an MRI?
NEUROSURGEON
Click to the right to hear from Alex, an experienced neurosurgeon.
Click the video below to watch the full interview on DBS Therapy from Alex, an neurosurgeon. Alternatively, you can click on one of the questions, to jump straight to that part of the video.
ALEX, NEUROSURGEON – EXPERIENCED WITH DBS THERAPY
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OVERVIEW
What are the specific areas of the brain targeted for the probes?
What happens in the brain with DBS?
What other conditions is DBS used for?
What is the role of imaging with DBS nowadays?
What are the main symptoms DBS Therapy improves?
THE PROCEDURE
Is DBS a new procedure?
Is the procedure carried out as one or two operations? And how long does it last?
What are the top Non-Motor Symptoms DBS is most likely to improve?
Why is DBS performed while the patient is awake? Can DBS be performed asleep?
Can you explain the steps of the DBS Surgery?
What are the long term side effects of DBS?
POTENTIAL RISKS
What are the main causes of concern with the operation?
AFTERCARE
Are there any concerns regarding speech after DBS – will the volume and timbre be affected?
Is it safe to have medical tests with a DBS system implanted, for example an MRI?
How long does recovery take?
THE DEVICE
Will my neurostimulator need to be replaced and if so will surgery be required?
What impact does DBS Therapy have on a patient’s lifestyle?
What are the benefits of having a rechargeable battery fitted?