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Patient Stories

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Activa® DBS enables people with Parkinson's disease (PD) to have more control over their movements.

The following articles recount the experiences of patients who are using Activa DBS to suppress movement-related symptoms of PD. Medtronic invited these patients to share their stories candidly. As you read the stories, please bear in mind that the experiences are specific to each particular patient. Results vary; not every response is the same.

Clare
"I haven't felt this good in 10 years."

Chris
"Activa DBS has revived my optimism that life is possible, even with Parkinson's."

Jerry
"My mantra is 'Do It Sooner'."