Adaptive deep brain stimulation offers new hope for Parkinson's patients

Parkinson’s disease affects over a million Americans, and new treatments like AI-powered deep brain stimulation are emerging. Dr. Frank McGeorge introduced Michigan’s first patient, Evonne Simoff, to this technology after medications failed to manage her severe symptoms effectively. This device, implanted in her brain and chest, adapts stimulation in real time to her brain waves, dramatically improving her coordination and energy. Dr. Zehara Farzal emphasizes that while life-changing, this technology is reserved for severe cases, marking a significant advancement in Parkinson's treatment.