Deep Brain Stimulation(DBS) Surgery

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A Decision Aid For
Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Surgery
An advanced therapy option for people with Parkinson’s Disease

Take some time to CONSIDER what you have learned about DBS and think about what is most important to you. Do your expectations and hopes for DBS match what DBS can do?

Which Parkinson's symptoms bother you the most?

Check all that apply

Symptoms that can improve with DBS

Slowness

Stiffness

Shaking (tremor)

Times when medications are not working well (OFF time)

Involuntary movements from levodopa (dyskinesia)

Freezing of gait (feet sticking to floor)

Toe curling, foot turning inward

Symptoms that may not improve with DBS

Balance trouble

Thinking/memory problems

Depression, anxiety

Lack of motivation (apathy)

Constipation

Bladder issues

Changes in voice or speech

Acting out dreams

Other

Type your answers below:

What symptoms must get better for you to consider DBS successful for you?

What risks really concern you?

What are your biggest questions...

...for your doctor or surgeon?

...for your caregiver or family?

...for patients with DBS?

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