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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.

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

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

The safety and efficacy of deep brain stimulation.

4 Dec 2023

Study reveals surprising role of cerebellar nuclei in associative learning

Associative learning was always thought to be regulated by the cortex of the cerebellum, often referred to as the "little brain".

20 Nov 2023

Transforming brain research with AI and machine learning

Using machine learning, researchers are able to use data from the brain to glean deeper insights and apply this new knowledge in clinical settings.

13 Nov 2023

High-density electrocorticography for speech decoding and improved neural speech prostheses

High-resolution, micro-electrocorticographic (µECoG) neural recordings for speech decoding to improve speech prostheses.

8 Nov 2023

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

Researchers designed a neuroprosthesis replicating the natural lumbosacral spinal activation during walking for Parkinson's disease (PD) patients.

7 Nov 2023

Neural circuit linked to aversion and depression discovered

Researchers have identified a new neural circuit in the brain which produces a strong sense of discomfort when activated.

6 Nov 2023

New method provides valuable insights into the brain's noradrenaline system

An international team of researchers has provided valuable insights into the brain's noradrenaline (NA) system, which has been a longtime target for medications to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, depression, and anxiety.

24 Oct 2023

Researchers receive $3.6 million to test novel diagnosis and treatment combination for diabetic neuropathy

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24 Oct 2023

Deep brain stimulation improves memory and promotes neuron growth in Rett mice

A recent study from the lab of Dr. Jianrong Tang, associate professor at Baylor College of Medicine and principal investigator at the Jan and Dan Duncan Neurological Research Institute (Duncan NRI) at Texas Children's Hospital shows that deep brain stimulation (DBS) of a specific brain region results in a significant and sustained improvement of memory in Rett mice.

13 Oct 2023

Can deep brain stimulation unlock the cure for severe depression?

A multidisciplinary team of clinicians, engineers, and neuroscientists has identified a unique biomarker in the brain that indicates recovery from treatment-resistant depression, utilizing deep brain stimulation (DBS) and artificial intelligence. The discovery, which allows for real-time monitoring and tailoring of treatment, could revolutionize the approach to managing severe forms of depression.

21 Sep 2023

New brain biomarker predicts recovery from treatment-resistant depression

Using a novel deep brain stimulation (DBS) device capable of recording brain signals, researchers have identified a pattern of brain activity or "biomarker" related to clinical signs of recovery from treatment-resistant depression.

20 Sep 2023

Brain circuitry repair offers hope for new Parkinson's disease treatments

Van Andel Institute scientists have identified a series of processes that help the brain adapt to damage caused by breakdowns in circuits that govern movement, cognition and sensory perception.

24 Aug 2023

Phase I trial shows promise: Brain stimulation spurs upper-extremity recovery in stroke patients

Researchers performed an open-label phase I trial.

18 Aug 2023

Deep brain stimulation shows promise for post-stroke rehabilitation

A first-in-human trial of deep brain stimulation (DBS) for post-stroke rehabilitation patients by Cleveland Clinic researchers has shown that using DBS to target the dentate nucleus – which regulates fine-control of voluntary movements, cognition, language, and sensory functions in the brain – is safe and feasible.

14 Aug 2023

Deep Brain Stimulation News and Research

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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

Transforming brain research with AI and machine learning

High-density electrocorticography for speech decoding and improved neural speech prostheses

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

Neural circuit linked to aversion and depression discovered

New method provides valuable insights into the brain's noradrenaline system

Researchers receive $3.6 million to test novel diagnosis and treatment combination for diabetic neuropathy

Deep brain stimulation improves memory and promotes neuron growth in Rett mice

Can deep brain stimulation unlock the cure for severe depression?

New brain biomarker predicts recovery from treatment-resistant depression

Brain circuitry repair offers hope for new Parkinson's disease treatments

Phase I trial shows promise: Brain stimulation spurs upper-extremity recovery in stroke patients

Deep brain stimulation shows promise for post-stroke rehabilitation

Similarities in gene expression between post-mortem and living human brains

Lesion network mapping identifies new brain circuit linked to epilepsy

New study may help improve diagnosis of cognitive disability in Parkinson's disease

Researchers identify brain signatures for chronic pain in a small group of individuals

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