Ultrasound 'Helmet' Could Treat Many Neurological Conditions

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Ultrasound 'helmet' could treat Parkinson's non-invasively, study shows

A new ultrasound device can now penetrate deep into the brain, something that was previously impossible. This device can target regions of the brain that, until now, could only be reached with deep brain stimulation. That procedure required invasive surgery and carried the risk of side effects.

The new device removes the need for surgery while being just as effective. According to the article, researchers are currently using fMRI to guide the process, but in the future they plan to use AI instead, which would eliminate the need for MRI scans.

This development could be especially helpful for patients with hyperacusis. Deep brain stimulation has already been shown to help tinnitus, so this new, safer method offers a promising avenue for treatment.

 

[Jupiterman]

There is no mention of tinnitus or hyperacusis in this article.

High-energy ultraSOUND focused on the brain, I think, would more likely present danger for tinnitus/hyperacusis.

 

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Dr. Stephen Cheung from the United States has already conducted a small trial of deep brain stimulation and reported some positive results for tinnitus. There are also case reports of people who received DBS for other reasons and experienced a reduction in their tinnitus. I believe there are two other trials currently underway focusing specifically on tinnitus.

This technology has real potential to be applied to our condition and achieve meaningful results. I truly hope tinnitus researchers continue to look into this.