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DBS Breakthrough: Beta Rhythm Key to Parkinson's Relief | Science News
Scientists are unlocking the secrets of deep brain stimulation for Parkinson’s, identifying a key brain network and a 20-35 hertz rhythm that drives symptom relief. By combining electrode recordings with advanced imaging across 50 patients, researchers from Germany and Harvard mapped how brain regions communicate—and found that stronger connections in this beta rhythm correlate directly with better motor outcomes. This breakthrough reveals how DBS works at a neural level, paving the way for personalized treatments that could dramatically improve results for patients who aren’t responding well…
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