Your Healthcare Team
You'll work with a variety of healthcare professionals as you consider or pursue Medtronic Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Therapy for dystonia.
This team will likely include:
- A neurologist familiar with movement disorders who will screen you to determine if DBS is right for you
- A neurosurgeon experienced with DBS who will perform the procedure to implant the Medtronic DBS System
- A clinician who will program the stimulation levels to give you the best possible symptom control
Part of the healthcare team's job is to make sure you're comfortable and satisfied with your treatment. Always ask for clarification if there's something you don't understand. Also, make sure to communicate any concerns you may have regarding the procedure or follow-up treatment.
Remember: You'll get the best results from your treatment by actively participating in discussions with the members of your healthcare team.
Humanitarian Device: Medtronic DBS Therapy has been authorized by Federal Law for the use as an aid in the management of chronic, intractable (drug refractory) primary dystonia. The effectiveness of this device for this use has not been demonstrated. What does this mean?
Information on this site should not be used as a substitute for talking with your doctor. Always talk with your doctor about diagnosis and treatment information.
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