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Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is a surgical procedure used to treat a variety of disabling neurological symptoms—most commonly the debilitating symptoms of Parkinson’s disease (PD), such as tremor, rigidity, stiffness, slowed movement, and walking problems. The procedure is also used to treat essential tremor, a common neurological movement disorder. At present, the procedure is used only for patients whose symptoms cannot be adequately controlled with medications.

Breakthrough brain stimulator could revolutionize treatment for neurological disorders

Rice University engineers have developed the smallest implantable brain stimulator demonstrated in a human patient.

15 Apr 2024

Innovative levodopa infusion pump trial shows promise for reducing Parkinson's symptoms

An international, multisite phase 3 trial co-led by a University of Cincinnati researcher found Parkinson's disease medication delivered through an infusion pump is safe and effective at reducing symptoms for longer periods of time.

15 Mar 2024

Single neurons encode vital physiological signals from the heart and lungs

The body self-regulates in a process known as homeostasis, and the brain is responsible for this as it is constantly monitoring all of the body's vital signals.

8 Mar 2024

Study unveils role of dopamine and serotonin in social behavior

In a study in today's (Monday Feb. 26) Nature Human Behavior, scientists delve into the world of chemical neuromodulators in the human brain, specifically dopamine and serotonin, to reveal their role in social behavior.

26 Feb 2024

Novel technique could transform the treatment landscape for brain disorders

The human brain's adaptability to internal and external changes, known as neural plasticity, forms the foundation for understanding cognitive functions like memory and learning, as well as various neurological disorders.

24 Feb 2024

Using deep brain stimulation to map dysfunctional brain circuits linked to four disorders

Mass General Brigham researchers identified sets of connections that are disrupted and malfunctioning as a consequence of Parkinson’s disease, dystonia, obsessive compulsive disorder and Tourette's syndrome.

24 Feb 2024

Mapping the human dysfunctome with deep brain stimulation

A new study led by investigators from Mass General Brigham demonstrated the use of deep brain stimulation (DBS) to map a 'human dysfunctome' -; a collection of dysfunctional brain circuits associated with different disorders.

22 Feb 2024

Study uncovers missing piece in the complex nerve-network needed for left-right turns

Have you ever wondered what happens in the brain when we move to the right or left? Most people don't; they just do it without thinking about it. But this simple movement is actually controlled by a complex process.

12 Feb 2024

ASU professor offers insights on what may be coming from Neuralink’s PRIME study

This week, Neuralink's Elon Musk announced that human clinical trials have begun on its Precise Robotically Implanted Brain-Computer Interface (PRIME) study, a medical device trail that uses wireless, brain-computer interface designed to enable people with paralysis to control external devices with their thoughts.

2 Feb 2024

Deep brain stimulation may improve quality of life in Parkinsons disease

Researchers compare the impact of medication alone or deep brain stimulation of the subthalamic nuclei in quality of life in Parkinson's patients.

22 Jan 2024

Wireless magnetogenetic approach could be used to treat motor dysfunction in people with Parkinson’s disease

Electrical deep brain stimulation (DBS) is a well-established method for treating disordered movement in Parkinson's disease.

18 Jan 2024

Researchers use a soft, wearable robot to help a person living with Parkinson’s walk without freezing

Researchers demonstrated the effectiveness of soft robotic apparel in averting Freezing of Gait (FoG) in Parkinson's disease (PD) patients, showcasing significant improvements in mobility and gait quality.

9 Jan 2024

Thalamus-targeted deep brain stimulation improves cognition in brain injury patients

Study shows that deep brain stimulation (DBS) of the central lateral thalamic nuclei and medial dorsal tegmental tract improves executive function in patients with moderate-severe traumatic brain injury, offering a potential new treatment approach.

6 Dec 2023

Experimental deep brain stimulation offers hope to treat cognitive deficits after traumatic brain injuries

Five people who had life-altering, seemingly irreversible cognitive deficits following moderate to severe traumatic brain injuries showed substantial improvements in their cognition and quality of life after receiving an experimental form of deep brain stimulation (DBS) in a phase 1 clinical trial.

4 Dec 2023

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Breakthrough brain stimulator could revolutionize treatment for neurological disorders

Innovative levodopa infusion pump trial shows promise for reducing Parkinson's symptoms

Single neurons encode vital physiological signals from the heart and lungs

Study unveils role of dopamine and serotonin in social behavior

Novel technique could transform the treatment landscape for brain disorders

Using deep brain stimulation to map dysfunctional brain circuits linked to four disorders

Mapping the human dysfunctome with deep brain stimulation

Study uncovers missing piece in the complex nerve-network needed for left-right turns

ASU professor offers insights on what may be coming from Neuralink’s PRIME study

Deep brain stimulation may improve quality of life in Parkinsons disease

Wireless magnetogenetic approach could be used to treat motor dysfunction in people with Parkinson’s disease

Researchers use a soft, wearable robot to help a person living with Parkinson’s walk without freezing

Thalamus-targeted deep brain stimulation improves cognition in brain injury patients

Experimental deep brain stimulation offers hope to treat cognitive deficits after traumatic brain injuries

Evaluating the safety and efficacy of thalamic DBS in treating traumatic brain injury

Study reveals surprising role of cerebellar nuclei in associative learning

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Game-changer for Parkinson’s therapy: Innovative neuroprosthesis enhances mobility and balance

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