Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery for Movement Disorders

Abstract

Despite its discovery in the early 20th century and the decoding of its physiological circuitry later, these subcortical grey matter islands remain a mystery in functionality and pathophysiology. Deep brain lesioning & stimulation of precise programmed centres have elicited promising results in a very specific subgroup of patients. We delve into the basics of movement disorder surgery for the uninitiated in order to sensitise physicians and the general public themselves regarding the promises of these novel techniques as well as the immense potential of future discoveries in this neurological final frontier.