spinal cord stimulation

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spinal cord stimulation

experimental therapy

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Spinal cord stimulation, an experimental therapy, has also shown some benefit in improving movement in patients with Parkinson disease. In this therapy, electrodes are implanted into the epidural space along the spinal cord. When switched on, the device emits electrical pulses at a frequency that…
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Spinal cord stimulation, an experimental therapy, has also shown some benefit in improving movement in patients with Parkinson disease. In this therapy, electrodes are implanted into the epidural space along the spinal cord. When switched on, the device emits electrical pulses at a frequency that…
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