There is a treatment that can help called Deep Brain Stimulation when other options aren’t enough. Here’s how you can know the signs of Parkinson’s Disease and if you may be a good candidate for Deep Brain Stimulation.
What is Parkinson’s Disease?
Parkinson’s Disease is a progressive disease that affects the nervous system. It weakens your motor ability, disrupts your movement, and makes it extremely difficult to go through daily tasks. Sometimes it begins with a tremor in one of your hands or fingers. After this, it progresses into other areas of your body. Also, Parkinson’s slows movement dramatically as time goes on, and tremors increase in severity in the later stages of the illness.
Are There Risk Factors for Developing Parkinson’s Disease?
While there is no direct cause associated with Parkinson’s Disease, several factors can add to your risk of developing the disease.
These risks include:
- Age (Usually near 60)
- Toxin exposure
- Family History
- Head trauma
Is There a Cure For Parkinson’s Disease?
Currently, there is no cure for Parkinson’s Disease. However, with care, you can maintain a decent quality of life. Parkinson’s is treated through different supportive therapies that help you make the necessary physiological and environmental adjustments to your life. Physiotherapy can help with stiffness and pain by utilizing exercise. These exercises help with your fitness, in addition to improving your flexibility. Occupational therapy can help you get better at performing everyday tasks. Occupational therapy prepares you and your home to make things easier for yourself. These treatment methods help you manage day-to-day living with Parkinson’s but do not eliminate symptoms.
What is Deep Brain Stimulation?
Parkinson’s is a life-altering illness that doesn’t offer many solutions. However, a unique treatment may help in your fight against Parkinson’s called Deep Brain Stimulation. Deep Brain Stimulation is a surgical procedure that works by stimulating the areas of your brain that are producing your symptoms. The stimulation from the procedure can block abnormal signals in the brain that cause problems. This stimulation can reduce the number of tremors you have and helps to normalize brain signals.
Can it Help Me?
Medication and supportive therapies are primary tools in combating Parkinson’s, but sometimes, additional support is needed.
When you’ve exhausted all other treatment options for Parkinson’s, Deep Brain Stimulation may be an option for you.
If you live in the Dallas area and are interested in Deep Brain Stimulation, schedule a consultation with North Texas Neurosurgery LLP by calling our office at 214-823-2052.
