511 items found Clear All 48 of 64 pages Previous Page Next Page Spinal Fusion Tests & Treatments Spinal fusion is a surgery that permanently joins two or more vertebrae together. The procedure stops any movement between the joined vertebrae. Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Tests & Treatments Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) involves implanting a medical device called a neurostimulator under the surface of the skin in the abdomen or chest. Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Condition Pages Duchenne (due-SHEN) muscular dystrophy (DMD) is a genetic neuromuscular disorder that causes progressive muscle loss and weakness. Birth Brachial Plexus Injury Condition Pages Brachial plexus injuries happen whenever nerves get stretched or injured. Some of these injuries happen during the birth process. Cerebral Palsy Symptoms and Effects Condition Pages The symptoms and effects of cerebral palsy can range from mild to severe, depending on the location and extent of the damage to the brain. Vagus Nerve Stimulation Tests & Treatments Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) prevents seizures by sending regular, mild pulses of electrical energy to the brain along the cranial nerve in the neck. Concussion and Related Neurotrauma Condition Pages Concussions are described as mild traumatic brain injuries. Chiari Malformation Condition Pages A Chiari (kee-AH-ree) malformation occurs when the back of the brain develops abnormally and pushes into the spinal canal.
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