US EditionHospital launches new treatment to reduce tremors caused by Parkinson's disease
- Sharp Grossmont Hospital launched a 90-minute ultrasound treatment in February to reduce tremors in Parkinson's patients like retired Senior Investigator Tony Johnson.
- This procedure uses MRI-guided focused ultrasound beams to burn a 2-millimeter hole in brain areas causing Parkinson's symptoms without anesthesia.
- Since launching, the hospital has treated 75 patients, all of whom experienced tremor improvements, with Johnson noting easier daily tasks like typing and texting.
- Dr. Vamsi Chavakula explained that they harness numerous focused ultrasound arrays simultaneously to accurately target and treat the brain cells responsible for the tremors.
- The treatment has provided hope for patients who struggled with tremors, suggesting a promising alternative for managing Parkinson's motor symptoms.
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Psilocybin shows promise for improving mood, cognition, and motor symptoms in Parkinson’s disease
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ADPA and Harbor's Edge host Parkinson's Disease Optimism Walk in Norfolk Saturday
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