Neurology Specialist Prof. from Memorial Service Hospital Neuromodulation Center. Dr. Talip Asil gave information about Parkinson's disease and treatment methods.
Stating that Parkinson's disease is a disease in which neurons are damaged, which progresses with the deterioration of motor coordination, slowing of movements or tremors in the extremities. Dr. Talip Asil said, “Parkinson's disease is known as a disease that is seen in middle-aged people and causes serious problems. In addition to motor function losses, it also causes many problems other than the movement system, such as sleep disorders, depression, balance disorders and anxiety disorders. There is no curative treatment for Parkinson's disease. The drugs used can improve the symptoms of the patients and increase the quality of their daily lives. In the periods when the disease progresses or the side effects of the drug treatments appear, very successful results can be obtained in Parkinson's patients with the neuromodulation techniques as well as the drug treatments. he said.
TMS makes life easier for Parkinson's patients
prof. Dr. Talip Asil said that Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, that is, TMS applications, is a Neuromodulation method used in addition to drug treatments in Parkinson's patients, and said, “TMS can contribute to the improvement of non-motor, that is, non-motor functions. It facilitates the long-term management of the disease by reducing the need for medication. TMS is a treatment method that can be effective when planned holistically together with drug therapy, rehabilitation, diet and exercise programs in Parkinson's patients. It is not used as a substitute for drug treatments or other treatment methods.” used the phrases.
The brain is stimulated with the DBS method
"With the Deep Brain Stimulation system (DBS), electrical impulses are sent to certain brain regions to restore the balance of the disrupted circuits and to overcome the abnormal activity in that region," said Prof. Dr. Talip Asil continued:
“DBS may be a surgical option for patients with neurological disorders that cannot be adequately controlled with medical treatment. In this treatment, small pulses of electrical current are applied to specific locations in the brain through electrodes. These electrodes are connected by wires running under the skin to a programmable "internal pulse generator" that is usually implanted just below the collarbone. It contains a battery and some electronics to generate pulses, similar to a pacemaker. The device provides electrical stimulation to specific brain regions involved in movement control. "Electrical stimulation in certain parts of the brain restores the balance of circuits disrupted in Parkinson's disease."
Stating that before DBS treatment, the risks of drug therapy and surgery used by the patient should be carefully evaluated, Prof. Dr. Talip Asil said, “Because placing electrodes in the brain can be a risky procedure, it should be checked by specialist physicians before undergoing surgery. The evaluation process should include a neurosurgeon, a neurologist, and generally a psychologist.” said.
Multidisciplinary approach is important in Parkinson's
prof. Dr. Talip Asil said that the treatment of Parkinson's disease is not a treatment that can only be done by prescribing medication and said, “The planning of appropriate exercise and diet programs and the use of noninvasive and invasive neuromodulation techniques increase the quality of life of patients. Approaching the patient as a multidisciplinary and evaluating the patient as a whole increases the success of the treatment process and patient satisfaction.” he said.