How is tremor treated?
Tremor is a specific type of movement disorder that may be caused by Parkinson’s Disease, essential tremor, or multiple sclerosis. Most patients with tremor are able to live with their illness. Many use medication successfully. Sometimes, however, tremor becomes too severe and patients cannot perform their normal daily activities, such as holding a cup without spilling the contents. A specially trained neurosugeon can perform DBS (Deep Brain Stimulation) on patients who have failed medical treatment, or when their medications have become less effective. DBS involves placement of a small electrode into the brain area where movement is controlled. This electrode is attached to a stimulator much like a cardiac pacemaker. The entire DBS device sits permanently under the skin, and can be very effective in controlling severe tremor and other movement problems related to Parkinson’s Disease. For more information on this procedure, contact our office. Q: What are cerebral aneurysms and how are
