Motor improvement of remote programming in patients with Parkinson's disease after deep brain stimulation: a 1-year follow-up.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Remote programming (RP) is an emerging technology that enables the adjustment of implantable pulse generators (IPGs) via the Internet for people with Parkinson's disease (PwPD) who have undergone deep brain stimulation (DBS). Previous studies have not comprehensively explored the effectiveness of RP in managing motor symptoms, often omitting assessments such as the rigidity and retropulsion tests during the follow-up. This study evaluates the comprehensive improvements in motor performance and the potential cost benefits of RP for PwPD with DBS.

Methods

A retrospective analysis was conducted on two groups of patients-those who received RP and those who received standard programming (SP). Clinical outcomes including motor improvement, quality of life, and daily lev

SUBMITTER: Wan X 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11220248 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature