DEEP BRAIN STIMULATION FOR PARKINSON’S IN INDIA
Deep brain stimulation for Parkinson’s in India
Deep brain stimulation can reduce tremor, stiffness and fluctuations in selected people with Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders. Neurologists and neurosurgeons in Delhi NCR assess you, implant the system and programme it.
Medical recommendations come from your qualified treating clinicians.
How DBS works
Thin electrodes are placed in a precise area of the brain and connected to a small battery-powered device under the skin of the chest. The device sends signals that improve movement symptoms. It does not cure Parkinson’s, but can greatly improve daily life for suitable patients.
Who is suitable and what shapes the cost
A movement disorders team assesses you. Patients who respond well to levodopa usually do best. The main cost factors are:
- The DBS system (rechargeable or non-rechargeable)
- Assessment tests
- Surgery and hospital stay
- Programming sessions
What an estimate usually covers
Ask for the device brand and type, and the number of programming sessions included.
How long to plan for in India
About two to three weeks: assessment, surgery and initial programming. Adjustments continue over the following months, sometimes remotely or with a neurologist at home.
Choosing a DBS team
Choose a centre with a movement disorders neurologist, an experienced functional neurosurgeon and a programming team.
Get a free DBS assessment review
Send your neurologist’s notes, your medicines and how you respond to them, and any MRI. The team advises whether DBS is likely to help and sends a written estimate.
Frequently asked questions
How much does DBS cost in India?⌄
It depends mostly on the device. Hospitals send a written estimate after assessing your suitability.
Does DBS cure Parkinson’s?⌄
No, but it can significantly reduce tremor, stiffness and fluctuations in suitable patients.
Can the device be adjusted at home?⌄
Programming is often continued by a neurologist at home, depending on the device and local expertise.
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