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From webinars and videos, to data-packed brochures, we have the knowledge you need along your Parkinson's disease (PD) journey. If you're already implanted, find tips for battery recharging, how to use your remote and more.

New to DBS

If you're living with PD or caring for someone with the disease, we have the resources you need to make an informed decision about Deep Brain Stimulation.

Find your answers

It’s normal to have questions as you consider a therapy like DBS. We’ve compiled a bank of FAQs to help you decide if DBS is right for you.

 

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Get the information you need to understand the DBS procedure, including what to expect from the procedure, how it works, and a description of our Boston Scientific DBS Systems. 
 

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See DBS change lives

Watch DBS in action by hearing from DBS ambassadors, experts in the field, or viewing one of our instructional videos explaining the procedure.

 

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Living with DBS

If you’re living with a Medtronic or Boston Scientific DBS device, we have tools and resources to help you thrive with your DBS therapy.

Find your answers

It’s normal to have questions after a procedure like DBS. We’ve compiled a bank of FAQs to help as you continue your DBS journey.


 

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Get resources and support

Get the information you need to easily use and maintain your Boston Scientific System, including recharging your battery and using your remote.  


 

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See DBS change lives

See how to use the remote for your DBS System and view our video about easy battery recharging. If you have a Medtronic device, and you’re interested in upgrading to Boston Scientific DBS, watch our “Making the Switch” video.

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Online learning for real life living

Log on and learn the latest DBS and Parkinson’s information from the comfort of your home. Hosted by experts from across the country, our webinars cover topics and tips you don’t want to miss. Browse our library today.

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American Parkinson’s Disease Association

Watch the APDA’s public service announcement “Look Closer.” The APDA hopes to expand the public’s understanding of PD and provide hope to those already impacted by Parkinson’s.

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Indication for Use: The Boston Scientific Vercise™ PC, Vercise Gevia™, Vercise Genus™ Deep Brain Stimulation Systems are indicated for use in:
-Bilateral stimulation of the subthalamic nucleus (STN) as an adjunctive therapy in reducing some of the symptoms of moderate to advanced levodopa-responsive Parkinson’s disease (PD) that are not adequately controlled with medication.
-Bilateral stimulation of the internal globus pallidus (GPi) as an adjunctive therapy in reducing some of the symptoms of advanced levodopa-responsive Parkinson’s disease (PD) that are not adequately controlled with medication.
-Unilateral thalamic stimulation of the ventral intermediate nucleus (VIM) is indicated for the suppression of tremor in the upper extremity. The system is intended for use in patients who are diagnosed with essential tremor or parkinsonian tremor not adequately controlled by medications and where the tremor constitutes a significant functional disability. 
-Bilateral stimulation of the ventral intermediate nucleus (VIM) of the thalamus for the suppression of disabling upper extremity tremor in adult essential tremor patients whose tremor is not adequately controlled by medications and where the tremor constitutes a significant functional disability.

The Boston Scientific Vercise Deep Brain Stimulation System is indicated for use in:
-Bilateral stimulation of the subthalamic nucleus (STN) as an adjunctive therapy in reducing some of the symptoms of moderate to advanced levodopa-responsive Parkinson’s disease (PD) that are not adequately controlled with medication.

Contraindications: The Boston Scientific Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Systems are not recommended for patients who will be exposed to the following procedures: Diathermy as either a treatment for a medical condition or as part of a surgical procedure, Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS).  The safety of these therapies in patients implanted with the Boston Scientific DBS System has not been established.  Patients implanted with Boston Scientific DBS Systems without ImageReady™ MRI Technology should not be exposed to Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). Patients implanted with the Vercise Gevia or Vercise Genus or Vercise Genus Mixed System with M8 Adapter or Vercise DBS Lead-Only System (before Stimulator is implanted) with ImageReady MRI Technology are Full Body MR Conditional only when exposed to the MRI environment under the specific conditions defined in ImageReady MRI Guidelines for Boston Scientific DBS Systems.  Boston Scientific DBS Systems are not recommended for patients who are unable to operate the system or are poor surgical candidates or who experience unsuccessful test stimulation.

Warnings: Unauthorized modification to the medical devices is prohibited.  You should not be exposed to high stimulation levels.  High level of stimulation may damage brain tissue.  Patients implanted with a Boston Scientific DBS System may be at risk for intracranial hemorrhages (bleeding in the brain) during DBS lead placement.  Strong electromagnetic fields, such as power generators, security screeners or theft detection systems, can potentially turn the stimulator off, or cause unpredictable changes in stimulation. The system should not be charged while sleeping.  If you notice new onset or worsening depression, changes in mood or behavior or impulse control, or have thoughts of suicide contact your physician or emergency services immediately.  Chemical burns may result if the Stimulator housing is ruptured or pierced.  The Boston Scientific DBS Systems may interfere with the operation of implanted stimulation devices, such as cardiac pacemakers, implanted cardioverter defibrillators, or medication delivery pumps. Patients should operate motorized vehicles or potentially dangerous machinery with caution.  It is unknown if the device may hurt an unborn baby. Your doctor may be able to provide additional information on the Boston Scientific DBS Systems.  For complete indications for use, contraindications, warnings, precautions, and side effects, see DBSandME.com or call 833-DBS-INFO or 833-327-4636.
Caution: U.S. Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.