Deep Brain Stimulation

What Is Deep Brain Stimulation?

Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) uses electrical stimulation to treat neurological conditions. It blocks the faulty signals that are causing movement symptoms.

Deep Brain Stimulation may be used to treat:

UR Medicine's Approach

Deep Brain Stimulation includes extensive evaluation and consultation before and after the procedure.

DBS is done by placing an electrode inside the brain. The electrode is connected to a very small neurostimulator (electrical generator) which is put in your chest or abdomen. Electric current is sent from the neurostimulator to the electrode in the targeted part of brain tissue involved in your symptoms.

Surgical implantation of the three components of the DBS system (the implanted pulse generator (IPG), the lead, and the wire extension that connects them) can be done in one or two surgical steps.

Patient Stories

Woman Regains Life with Deep Brain Stimulation

Cindy Guentner gets a ‘new lease on life’ by benefiting from deep brain stimulation surgery.

What Sets Us Apart?

The University of Rochester Medical Center is the only institution in the Rochester and surrounding region able to provide state of the art treatment for neurological conditions considered medically intractable, such as Parkinson’s disease and neuropathic pain conditions. Our expert providers at the Center for Neuromodulation are highly trained in Deep Brain Stimulation.

UR Medicine Neurology is a recognized leader for developing superior clinicians and scientists and has developed a national reputation for excellence in residency training in adult and child neurology and numerous subspecialties. The department is rich with dedicated faculty, an outstanding blend of academic and clinical training, exposure to nationally recognized specialists and a supportive environment provide residents with the opportunity to truly excel in their fields.