You may be a good candidate for focused ultrasound treatment if you have tremor that doesn’t respond to medications, and:
You have a confirmed diagnosis of essential tremor and you’re at least 22 years old
You have a confirmed diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease and you’re at least 30 years old
There are a few reasons focused ultrasound treatment may not be suitable for you. For example, if you have certain heart conditions or a metal implant such as a pacemaker or neurostimulator that’s not compatible with MRI.
At Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, our experts provide a comprehensive evaluation to determine if you’re eligible for focused ultrasound. And if you’re not, our team will help you find other treatment options.