Deep Brain Stimulation

Deep Brain Stimulation – Control of Stimulation Device Parameters

Control and adaptation of stimulator parameter settings to the patient's current state of health and disease progression.

What is Deep Brain Stimulation?

Deep Brain Stimulation is an approach to the treatment of several neurological disorders, including Parkinson's disease, dystonia and essential tremor. Electrical impulses regulate brain activity to relieve neurological symptoms.

To enable this type of regulation, electrodes are first placed in the areas of the brain responsible for motor skills during surgery. These are connected to a stimulation device that is placed under the skin in the chest area.

The stimulation device is switched off immediately after the operation. The stimulation parameters are set and switched on no later than 4 weeks after the operation, and a neurologist will prescribe the appropriate medication.

After the initial adjustment of the stimulation device parameters, the doctor will usually schedule follow-up visits every 3 months. At each follow-up visit, the doctor will review the stimulation settings and medication dosage based on the patient's well-being and severity of symptoms.

Who is it for?

It is intended for patients with an implanted DBS stimulation device.

What to expect during a visit?

• The neurologist will adjust the parameters of the stimulation device to the current symptoms,
• observe the patient's physical condition with the stimulation device switched on,
• adjust the medication doses if necessary,
• and make a plan for follow-up visits.

Preparation

No preparation is required for the visit. There is no need to stop taking any current medication. Please bring your medical records and the most recent test results.

Time: 30 minutes