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Regaining Control: How One Woman with Parkinson’s Disease Keeps Moving Thanks to Deep Brain Stimulation
After medications caused dyskinesia and unpredictable symptoms, Suzanne Friedman chose a brain implant that helped restore steadier movement, doctors said.
- South Florida resident Suzanne Friedman managed Parkinson's disease for years before turning to Deep Brain Stimulation after medication side effects limited her mobility and independence.
- Seeking the most up-to-date technology, Suzanne chose Boston Scientific's Vercise Genus Deep Brain Stimulation System in 2018, drawn to its rechargeable battery and advanced capabilities.
- Nearly 15 years after her initial diagnosis, she walks three miles daily and attends Rock Steady Boxing, a non-contact fitness program designed for people with Parkinson's disease.
- DBS has helped an estimated 244,000 people worldwide regain control of their movement and independence, offering treatment hope for the 1.1 million Americans living with Parkinson's disease.
- April is recognized as Parkinson's Awareness Month to spotlight the 1.1 million Americans living with the disease and raise awareness of treatment options like DBS therapy available through resources like Visit DBSandMe.
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