A Newcastle hospital is pioneering a brain implant to help Parkinson’s patients manage their symptoms more effectively and improve their quality of life.
Newcastle: People in the North East are getting a groundbreaking brain implant for Parkinson’s. This new tech is a game changer for managing symptoms.
Take Kevin Hill, a retired driver from Sunderland. He’s been living with Parkinson’s since 2017. Thanks to deep brain stimulation, he’s already feeling better.
Before the implant, Kevin struggled with tremors and pain. He even had to quit his job. But after getting the implant, he saw instant improvements.
Now, he’s back to enjoying life. He’s playing snooker, biking, and socializing again. Kevin can’t wait to try the latest version of this technology.
Consultant neurosurgeon Akbar Hussain is thrilled about this advancement. He says every Parkinson’s patient is unique, and their needs can change daily.
Newcastle was one of the first in the UK to use this tech. Now, they’re leading the way in offering the newest adaptive technology to patients.
Mr. Hussain is excited about how the device adjusts automatically. It responds to the patient’s needs in real-time, making treatment more effective.
The tech is made by Medtronic, and it’s designed to help patients focus less on their disease. With around 153,000 people in the UK living with Parkinson’s, this is a big deal.
This progressive disorder affects movement and can cause various issues. But with this new implant, patients like Kevin can look forward to a better quality of life.
