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In this video, people with Parkinson’s who have been living with DBS (Deep Brain Stimulation) for 0 3 years discuss why they chose to get DBS, the approval and surgical process, and their top tips for anyone considering getting deep brain stimulation.

Topics discussed include:

0:00 Introduction
4:57 First Line of Treatment When Initially Diagnosed with Parkinson’s
11:32 Life before DBS
23:38 Your Hopes for Your DBS Surgery
27:22 Turning Your DBS Off
35:16 – The Balance Between Programming and Medications
46:26 DBS Maintenance
57:51 Malfunctions or Complications
102:09 When Your DBS Stops Working and Your Parkinson’s Progresses

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