Vagus Nerve Stimulation, or VNS, is an implantable device, much like a pacemaker, used to deliver electrical pulses from the vagal nerve to the brain. VNS commonly treats neurological conditions like epilepsy in conjunction with anti-epileptic drugs. Let’s find out how vagus nerve stimulation after unsuccessful epilepsy treatment works.
Sometimes known as tethered spinal cord syndrome (TSCS), a tethered cord can cause complications which can affect movement and bodily functions. Breaking down the term tethered cord, “tethered” is defined as fastened or tied down and “cord” refers to our spinal cord which connects our brain and body. When this occurs and our spinal cord
We all have a clear fluid that protects and cushions our brain and spine known as cerebrospinal fluid, or CSF. This fluid is reabsorbed into the bloodstream on a daily basis, and then is replenished. Too much CSF can keep the brain from functioning properly, which describes hydrocephalus.
Shortly after birth, Rainey LaPrade was diagnosed with Sturge-Weber Syndrome, a rare disorder characterized by a birthmark on the face. Rainey wasn’t responding to non-surgical treatment and contiued to have seizures while undergoing medical treatment. Rainey was a great candidate for a surgery that the interim Chief of Pediatric Neurosurgery, Michael Cools, said was developed
The crowd was “Rooting for Rainey” as 3-year-old Rainey LaPrade threw the first pitch. Rainey took the mound with her brother’s baseball team by her side. Her brother, Knox LaPrade, even caught the pitch. Rainey has Sturge Weber Syndrome and has suffered from seizures since she was 4 months old. Rainey underwent a major procedure
Educating your child’s school, teachers, and their peers about epilepsy is surely one of the most helpful tips for parents with epileptic children. Although there may be some limitations, children with epilepsy are perfectly capable of living a normal life and should be treated as such.
No matter the type of surgery your child is having, as a parent you are going to be anxious. In preparing them for surgery, it is important to prepare yourself too so you can convey a sense of calm and reassurance. Once you do that (or fake it) here is how to prepare your child
After noticing an abnormality in his legs, Gabe Palazollo was diagnosed with cerebral palsy. In January, it was determined that Gabe was a candidate at DMC Children’s Hospital of Michigan for a selective dorsal rhizotomy. During this procedure the spine is opened and the affected nerves are identified and amputated away. Although it was believed
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