Dr. David Masel, M.D., FAANS, FACS Uses Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for Movement Disorders

Frisco, Texas (PRWEB) January 15, 2014

Frisco Spine physicians are committed to providing the best care for people dealing with movement and mobility problems. We are pleased to have Dr. David Masel as part of the team. Dr. Masel performs deep brain stimulation (DBS), a therapy that has proven effective for the treatment of movement disorders.

About Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)

Deep brain stimulation is a therapy in which electrodes are implanted within the brain to conduct electrical impulses. These electrical impulses help stimulate the brain and treat abnormal impulses. The electrodes are controlled by a small device, which is implanted in the patient's upper chest area.

Conditions that Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Can Treat

Deep brain stimulation is ideal for the treatment of the following movement disorders:

Parkinson's disease Dystonia Essential tremor

Deep brain stimulation was approved by the Food and Drug Administration to treat essential tremor in 1997, to treat Parkinson's disease in 2002, and to treat dystonia in 2003. Research is currently being conducted on the effects of deep brain stimulation in people who suffer from severe or chronic depression, as well as other mood/affective disorders and OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder).

How this Can Benefit Frisco Spine Patients

Limited mobility and involuntary movements are major problems that many of our patients face. This can make simple activities very difficult. By using deep brain stimulation, we can help restore some mobility and movement control to patients, allowing them to enjoy a better range of motion and improved ability to perform normal, day-to-day activities.

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Dr. David Masel, M.D., FAANS, FACS Uses Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for Movement Disorders