Posted on 05/04/2020 12:22:37 PM PDT by Blood of Tyrants
Three years ago I was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease and through a year long process, I have been approved for Deep Brain Stimulation. I have 3 procedures to go through. The first on May 5 (tomorrow) is the simplest as they make four small incisions in my scalp and place small screws as markers for the MRI and CT which will be used to make a 3d printed jig for the second part. I will be under local anesthesia for this part because they don't want any movement during the CT and MRI. (I'm going to ask them to take videos and if I can keep the jig as a memento)
The second part on May 20 is where they use the jig drill holes in my skull to place the electrodes. I will be fully awake during this part to make sure the probes are placed correctly. There are some pretty cool videos on youtube that show how dramatic the change in tremors is.
The third procedure on May 27 is where they place the stimulator under the skin on my upper chest and attach the wires to the electrodes.
Then finally when the doctors are satisfied with the healing process (no infections or complications), they will turn the stimulator on and fine tune it for my needs. The doctor will give me a remote to turn it on and off and maybe to adjust it.
You can count on my Prayers.
Prayers up.
Wow that sounds very intense. Prayers for both you and your family. That not only are you safe and sound through the procedures, but that the procedures provide positive results as well. Good luck my FRiend, though lick is not need when you have the Lord by your side. 8>)
lick obviously was meant to be luck. 8>)
Done.
Prayers.
Will do, prayers for you.
Praying with you...
Done Prayers for you and family.
Prayers up that the procedures all go smoothly, and result in an improved situation for you.
Prayers up
Prayers up for you and your loved ones, FRiend!
Prayers are up, best to you in this :)
My prayers are with you my FRiend. May God bless.
You got it blood.
Praying for a successful outcome.
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You got it.
Wow, it’s incredible what they can do these days.
Prayers up, FRiend.
Prayers up for you!
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