Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Parkinson's Disease Why Awake DBS Is Still The Best Parkinson’s Disease Treatment May 25, 2018 If you’re curious about deep brain stimulation (DBS), you’re not alone. It’s one of the most promising Parkinson’s disease treatments […] Read more » Deep Brain Stimulation Parkinsons disease treatment
Parkinson's Disease Roundup: 10 Advances in Understanding, Treating Parkinson’s January 8, 2018 | Leave a Comment Parkinson's disease (PD) is a complex multi-system brain disorder impacting movement and the regulation of mood. Strides have been made in understanding the mechanism of PD and ways to prevent neurodegenerative diseases and slow disease progression. From treating depression to dancing to yoga therapy to implementing the comprehensive MEND protocol, read on for a roundup of 10 Latest Advances in Understanding and Treating Parkinson’s. Read more » Parkinson's disease treatment of PD Parkinson's research Deep Brain Stimulation new parkinson's treatments Parkinson's treatments DASH diet Parkinson HRT exercise for Parkinsons MEND
Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Less invasive Deep Brain Stimulation implant October 27, 2017 | Leave a Comment Neurosurgeon Dr. Anant Patel, who is affiliated with St. David’s North Austin Medical Center, and Neurology Solutions Movement Disorders Center Medical Director Dr. Robert Izor are at the forefront of a less invasive, more precise Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) implant procedure. The new surgical technique streamlines the process for undergoing DBS surgery—requiring one less procedure and five fewer incisions. The new DBS implant technique uses the latest imaging and surgical programming equipment and eliminates the need for placement of bone marker screws prior to DBS surgery. Read more » Parkinson's disease treatment of PD Medtronic Deep Brain Stimulation dystonia DBS Parkinson's treatments Young Onset Parkinson's deep brain stimulation therapy tremor
Concierge Neurology Care Parkinson's Disease YOPD patient unveils glass mosaic at neurology clinic June 28, 2017 | Leave a Comment Last fall, Neurology Solutions Movement Disorders Center commissioned an art installation from YOPD patient Alex Andron, who creates mosaic art as part of his Parkinson's management. The Austin artist unveiled the piece--a glass mosaic artwork depicting the icon in the Neurology Solutions logo--earlier this month in the neurology clinic’s patient waiting area. Andron says deep brain stimulation surgery has played an important role in allowing him to restore the fine motor skills needed to pursue his craft. Read more » Austin Deep Brain Stimulation Young Onset Parkinson's DBS surgery YOPD
Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Medtronic Deep Brain Stimulation Advancements April 11, 2017 | Leave a Comment Dr. Robert Izor of Neurology Solutions Movement Disorders Center joined Austin's KXAN News Studio 512 last week to talk about advancements in Medtronic deep brain stimulation (DBS) therapy, a surgical treatment for patients with Parkinson’s disease (PD) and disorders such as dystonia and essential tremor. In 2016, the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) approved Medtronic DBS therapy for use in people with early Parkinson's disease—at least four-years duration—with recent onset of motor complications not adequately controlled with medication. DBS-device manufacturer Medtronic is at the forefront of new, more precise programming technology allowing the DBS current field to stimulate deeper areas of the brain and alleviate stimulation-induced symptoms. Medtronic named Neurology Solutions the fourth-largest private DBS implant center in the country and the largest such center managing DBS patients in Texas. Read more » Parkinson's disease Medtronic Deep Brain Stimulation dystonia movement disorders DBS deep brain stimulation therapy
Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Support Group Deep Brain Stimulation Learning, Support Group January 25, 2017 | 2 Comments on Deep Brain Stimulation Learning, Support Group Undergoing surgery for Deep Brain Stimulation can be a stressful experience for patients and their families. Neurology Solutions sponsors a deep brain stimulation support group monthly to provide a chance to meet and learn from others with Parkinson's disease who have undergone DBS surgery. Many of our patients report that talking to other patients before having DBS surgery provided them great comfort and helped them reach a decision about surgery. Individuals in the Austin area who have undergone DBS surgery or are considering this option and their families are welcome to join the DBS Support Group at 2 p.m., the third Friday of every month at Neurology Solutions Movement Disorders Center office. Read more » Parkinson's disease treatment of PD Deep Brain Stimulation Essential tremor dystonia deep brain stimulation therapy
Cellular Energy Support Group Parkinson's Disease Metabolic Enhancements for Parkinson’s, DBS Topics of Talk October 12, 2016 | Leave a Comment Dr. Robert Izor and the Neurology Solutions care team will lead a panel discussion on key topics of interest to the Parkinson's community, including treatment options and the latest Parkinson's research breakthroughs, during an upcoming meeting of the Capital Area Parkinson's Society. The Neurology Solutions providers panel will discuss Deep Brain Stimulation surgery (DBS) as well as metabolic enhancements for Parkinson's disease as a way to slow the progression of neurodegenerative disease process. Read more » Capital Area Parkinson's Society Parkinson's disease treatment of PD Medtronic Deep Brain Stimulation movement disorders Parkinson’s nutrition C exercise for Parkinsons
Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Deep Brain Stimulation for Movement Disorders August 2, 2016 | Leave a Comment Patients with a movement disorder such as Parkinson's disease, dystonia and essential tremor often consider deep brain stimulation (DBS) implant surgery to stabilize their symptoms, reduce the need for medications and to provide more consistent relief of symptoms in medication off-periods. During this surgery, the surgeon implants thin insulated wires called electrodes into one or both sides of the brain to stimulate areas of the brain that control movement. Unlike other brain surgeries to address movement disorders, DBS does not damage brain tissue and can be reversed if other treatments become available. Read more » Parkinson's disease neurological disorders Deep Brain Stimulation dystonia DBS advanced treatment tremor
Parkinson's Disease New Medications available for managing Parkinson’s Disease June 2, 2016 | 2 Comments on New Medications available for managing Parkinson’s Disease There have been several exciting recent developments in the realization of advanced treatment options and new medications for Parkinson’s disease. Patients with PD should consider seeking a medication review at least annually to see if they can benefit from the latest developments for treatment of PD. Read more » Parkinson's disease treatment of PD neurological disorders Deep Brain Stimulation dystonia movement disorders demenita PD DBS movement disorder specialist Anticholinergics Azilect COMT inhibitors Duopa Pump Exelon Patch Levodopa levodopa/carbidopa MAO-B inhibitors medication review Nuplazid Parkinson's medications Rytary Sinemet
Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Dystonia Medtronic Deep Brain Stimulation Therapy Lunch & Learns February 17, 2016 | Leave a Comment Medtronic has scheduled a series of lunch and learns for implanted and new patients considering Deep Brain Stimulation implant surgery in Austin. The Lunch and Learns include “Battery Longevity Clinic” for implanted patients and “Behind the Surgical Curtain” for new patients. Read more » Medtronic Deep Brain Stimulation dystonia PD DBS movement disorder Parkinson DBS battery longevity DBS implant surgery
