Functional neurosurgery is a specialized area of neurosurgery that focuses on improving or restoring brain, spinal cord, and nervous system function in patients with neurological disorders. Instead of removing tumors or repairing trauma, functional neurosurgery aims to control abnormal electrical activity or repair nerve pathways to relieve symptoms such as tremors, seizures, or chronic pain.
Functional neurosurgery is a type of brain and nerve surgery designed to restore normal function in patients with disorders of movement, pain, or brain activity. It often involves implanting devices, stimulating brain regions, or performing precise procedures to reduce disabling symptoms.
Functional neurosurgery may be recommended for:
Some of the most common procedures include:
Yes. Functional neurosurgery is performed with high precision using advanced imaging and navigation tools. Risks include infection, bleeding, device-related complications, or unintended neurological effects, but these are rare when done by experienced neurosurgeons.
Recovery depends on the type of procedure. Minimally invasive surgeries like DBS implantation may require just a few days in the hospital, while epilepsy surgeries may take longer. Rehabilitation and follow-up visits are important to optimize outcomes.
In most cases, functional neurosurgery controls or reduces symptoms rather than providing a complete cure. For example, DBS does not cure Parkinson’s disease but greatly improves quality of life by controlling tremors and stiffness.
If you or a loved one is living with Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, chronic pain, or other neurological conditions, our Functional Neurosurgery Team provides advanced surgical solutions such as Deep Brain Stimulation, epilepsy surgery, and nerve stimulation therapies for better symptom control.
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