Deep Brain Stimulation

Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is a neurosurgical procedure used to treat a variety of neuropsychiatric and neurological disorders by regulating brain activity. It is often used to treat Parkinson's disease, dystonia (a disease that causes abnormal muscle contractions), obsessive-compulsive disorder, and essential tremor (an uncontrolled shaking of the hands). By using electrode implants to deliver electrical stimulation to precise areas of the brain, DBS is able to modulate neural signaling and provide relief from symptoms associated with these diseases. This therapy has become increasingly popular due to its non-invasive nature, cost-effectiveness, and the fact that it carries fewer side effects than conventional treatments. In addition, DBS is an effective way to keep long-term symptoms from worsening.