Activa® DBS is a treatment that can improve some of the symptoms of Parkinson's disease. Take this simple quiz to better understand if you might be a candidate for Activa DBS.
- Do you experience troubling off periods (periods when medication is not helping enough and you are experiencing symptoms)?
Yes
No
- Do you experience troubling dyskinesias (involuntary excessive movements)?
Yes
No
- Do you take frequent doses of dopaminergic drugs (Levodopa, Sinemet®, Stalevo®, Parcopa®) in a typical day?
Yes
No
- Do you experience any of the following troubling side effects from your medications, despite having tried several drug combinations (sleepiness, nausea, hallucinations, confusion/other thinking problems, lightheadedness upon standing, behavioral/personality changes)
Yes
No
If you answered "Yes" to some of the questions above, you may wish to consult with a neurologist experienced in patient selection for Activa DBS, since you may be a candidate for this type of treatment. Please Click Here to join Discover Activa DBS – a free program designed to provide you with information and resources you need as you consider Activa DBS. Or, contact Medtronic (1-877-438-3574) to register by phone.
Sinemet® is a registered trademark of Merck and Co., Inc., Stalevo® a registered trademark of Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation, Parcopa® is a registered trademark of SRZ Properties, Inc.