Personal Stories
The following stories recount the experiences of patients using Medtronic DBS Therapy to manage the symptoms associated with essential tremor. Medtronic invited these patients to share their stories candidly. As you read the stories, please bear in mind that the experiences are specific to each particular person.
Dianne's Story
Dianne has lived with essential tremor since the 7th grade. Until recently, she was afraid to go out in public. But the final straw for her came when she noticed a group of boys standing in the lunch line, imitating her shaking head.
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Kristin's Story
Kristin says, "DBS Therapy has allowed me to work in a healthcare setting." Kristin now volunteers for the Ambassador Program and talks with people exploring treatment options or receiving DBS Therapy. “I especially like to be a face and voice for younger people.” Sign up to talk with a patient through the Ambassador Program.
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Bryan's Story
Bryan was diagnosed with essential tremor in 1995. Years later, when his neurologist suggested Medtronic Deep Brain Stimulation for Essential Tremor, Bryan says, "I was ready for it."
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Morrie's Story
For more than 10 years, Morrie lived with the frustrations of essential tremor. His medications helped somewhat, but eventually they became ineffective. They also caused unpleasant side effects.
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Peter's Story
While Peter was growing up, his essential tremor (ET) was never that big of a deal to him. In fact, he went through grade school and much of his adult life rarely thinking about his condition. “For me, the tremors were part of who I was. My dad and two sisters also had ET. The tremors were just a part of my life,” Peter remembers.
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