Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is an effective treatment for Parkinson’s disease. Identifying the optimal parameters is a complex task. Here, we investigated whether electrophysiology, combined with machine learning, can support contact selection. We applied…
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What You Should Know:
– Medtronic (NYSE:MDT), a global leader in healthcare technology, announced it has received CE Mark approval for its groundbreaking BrainSense™ Adaptive deep brain stimulation (aDBS) technology in the European Union and…
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Adaptive deep brain stimulation (DBS) provides individualized therapy for people with Parkinson’s disease (PWP) by adjusting the stimulation in real-time using neural signals that reflect their motor state. Current algorithms, however, utilize condensed and…
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Improving health-related quality of life (QoL) is crucial for managing Parkinson’s disease. However, QoL outcomes after deep brain stimulation (DBS) of the subthalamic nucleus (STN) vary considerably. Current approaches lack integration of demographic, patient-reported,…
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Introduction
Parkinson’s disease (PD) affects millions worldwide, leading to debilitating symptoms that impact daily living. Traditional treatments offer some relief, but a “one-size-fits-all” approach limits their effectiveness. Recent advances in deep brain stimulation (DBS) and…
