The Parkinson’s Group is initiated to facilitate improvement in individuals affected by Parkinson’s. We at Parkinson’s Group are dedicated to our goal of providing improved and technically advanced medical care and advancing research in the direction of the cure to Parkinson’s.
We are a Center of Excellence in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease, a neurodegenerative disorder that causes neurons to die in two crucial areas of the brain. It causes movement disabilities like balance issues, tremors, rigidity, as well as trouble, walking, speaking, and cognitive disorders. Nearly 0.58 million Indians were living with Parkinson’s disease in 2016. Experts predict a major increase in this number as people over the age of 60 years are extremely vulnerable. Its symptoms also get worse over time since Parkinson’s is a progressive disease. It is not curable, but treatments help manage the symptoms so you can lead a normal life and stem further brain damage. The foremost treatment for Parkinson’s is Deep Brain Stimulation or DBS that we are best known for. This surgical therapy targets structures hidden deep within your brain to control symptoms and enhance the quality of your life.
We have a strong association with University of Kentucky Brain Restoration Centre
Projected number of people with Parkinson disease in the most populous nations, 2005 through 2030
According to the Parkinson’s foundation, there are more than 10 million people worldwide living with Parkinson’s Disease: 10 million people who will face this devastating disease knowing there currently is no cure.
Developing Tomorrow’s standards, Today!
- Parkinson's Group formed by well experienced internationally trained experts performs pioneering Deep Brain Stimulation surgery at KIMS Hospitals.
- Parkinson's group strives to provide the highest level of sub-speciality care do that nobody, no matter how sick they are, has to leave the state to receive the healthcare they need. We are doing just that, while also being a destination for out of state and even international patients who seek this care that only experts and researchers can provide.
- From performing a latest version of DBS that emphasises patient comfort, to performing a first of its kind treatment is focused on slowing the progression of Parkinson's Disease, reducing the complications and providing better outcomes. Experts in Parkinson's group hope collaborative efforts can make them a destination uniquely equipped to treat neurological disorders.
Advent of Neuromodulation
Neuromodulation is a type of technology that affects nerves directly. It is the direct delivery of electrical or pharmacological substances to a particular location to alter or modulate nerve activity. Neuromodulation devices and treatments have the potential to change people’s lives. It involves inserting electrodes into the brain, spinal cord, or peripheral nerves. These leads are connected to a pulse generator and power supply through an extension connection, which generates the required electrical stimulation. A low-voltage electrical current travels from the generator to the nerve, inhibiting pain signals or stimulating neural impulses where none previously existed. Neuromodulation is most commonly associated with chronic pain treatment, which is the most prevalent indication. However, it is also applicable to Deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson’s disease. It has the potential to treat 1.5 million in the U.S.
What makes us the best in DBS?
The most stringent protocols are followed for selecting the right candidates for DBS at our Parkinson’s facility. When you approach us for DBS, our team of specialists drawn from multiple areas evaluate your case and grant approval for DBS surgery only if you are a good fit.
The approval process usually requires the following steps:
- Evaluation by a movement disorder specialist(s) and functional neurosurgeon
- Rehabilitation specialist evaluation
- Neuropsychologist evaluation
- Evaluation and discussion in the Movement Disorder Board
Only after these four evaluation steps, will you be rubber-stamped for DBS. These steps are required as DBS, though surgery-of-choice for reducing the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, does not suit all patients.
- Your Parkinson’s is no longer well controlled with medication
- Your medication causes severe side effects
- You are certain you have Parkinson’s disease
- Your medication is not working as well as it used to
- You are now taking several medications and higher doses to control symptoms
- You have no memory loss or cognitive dysfunction
- You are healthy enough to get surgery
We follow the following comprehensive, step-by-step approach after evaluation.
After troubleshooting, the approval for DBS will be given. The evaluation is repeated so that we are absolutely sure. This process includes MRI with a special 12 hour (half day) admission procedure to ensure near-zero procedural complications.
DBS involves implanting electrodes within the areas of your brain that are affected. These electrodes produce electrical impulses that regulate certain nerve cells and chemicals like Dopamine within the brain. The amount of stimulation in DBS is controlled by using a pacemaker-like device. This is placed under the skin in your upper chest. The electrodes in your brain can be controlled by the pacemaker using a wire that travels under your skin.
We deliver patient-oriented and patient-structured treatment to you even after DBS. This involves the programming of the pacemaker. Once your right Deep Brain Stimulation factors are determined, you will never be called to the centre as this information will be sent to your phone. You will be thus empowered to manage your Parkinson’s disease from the comfort of your home.
What happens is that DBS provides an ‘electronic dopa’ reducing the medication dose and their side effects. It can also elevate mood and a sense of well-being.
Enabling lifelong trust in our patients is our passion. With us, you are in Good Hands!
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