WHEN MEDICATIONS ARE NO LONGER ENOUGH, DBS MAY GIVE YOU RELIEF
If your Parkinson’s medications aren’t working as well as they used to — and your symptoms are getting between you and living life — now is the time to consider DBS. Studies have shown that, compared to medications alone, DBS provides additional hours of good movement control each day.1
DBS PROVIDES THERAPY NIGHT AND DAY
A 24-hour therapy that puts you in control.
EXPLORE HOW DBS MAY HELP
Helps people stay as independent as possible
Allows most people to reduce their medication
Won’t wear off while you sleep
WANT TO KNOW IF DBS IS RIGHT FOR YOU? SUPPORT LINK CAN HELP.
Support Link® is here to help you find answers and make an informed decision about Medtronic DBS Therapy.
With Support Link, you can:
- Talk with a nurse
- Talk with someone who has DBS
- Find Parkinson’s specialists in your area
- Get more information about DBS
Reference
- Medtronic DBS Therapy for Parkinson's Disease and Essential Tremor Clinical Summary, 2015
SEE WHAT OTHERS HAVE TO SAY ABOUT THEIR EXPERIENCE WITH DBS
“Before DBS therapy, I couldn't tie my shoes, button my shirts, or tie my own tie. After the therapy, I could do all of those things myself.”
— Jerry
SEE WHAT OTHERS HAVE TO SAY ABOUT THEIR EXPERIENCE WITH DBS
“I feel so much better. My energy level is improved and I'm smiling all the time. If I didn't have DBS therapy, I believe I'd be in a nursing home.”
— Clare
