A Deep Brain Stimulation Trial Period for Treating Chronic Pain

Early studies of deep brain stimulation (DBS) for various neurological disorders involved a temporary trial period where implanted electrodes were externalized, in which the electrical contacts exiting the patient’s brain are connected to external stimulation equipment, so that stimulation efficacy...

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Main Authors: Prasad Shirvalkar, Kristin K. Sellers, Ashlyn Schmitgen, Jordan Prosky, Isabella Joseph, Philip A. Starr, Edward F. Chang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-09-01
Series:Journal of Clinical Medicine
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/9/10/3155