Title

Effects of Trans‐Spinal Magnetic Stimulation on DBS' Induced Freezing of Gait in a Patient with Generalized Dystonia.

Authors

Nunes, Glaucia Aline; Carra, Rafael Bernhart; Listik, Clarice; Machado, Sheilla; da Silva Simões, Juliana; Rocha, Augusto Coelho; Menezes, Janaína Reis; Barbosa, Egberto Reis; Cury, Rubens Gisbert

Abstract

This article discusses the use of trans-spinal magnetic stimulation (TsMS) as a potential treatment for freezing of gait (FoG) induced by deep brain stimulation (DBS) in a patient with generalized dystonia. DBS is an effective treatment for dystonia, but it can sometimes cause FoG, which reduces its benefits. TsMS is a noninvasive alternative that has shown promise in relieving FoG in Parkinson's disease. In this study, a patient with DBS-induced FoG underwent TsMS, and improvements were observed in FoG scores and gait performance. Although this study only included one patient, it suggests that TsMS may be a useful strategy for dystonic patients with secondary parkinsonism or FoG.

Subjects

GAIT disorders; PARKINSON'S disease; DEEP brain stimulation; SPINAL cord; GAIT in humans; BRAIN stimulation

Publication

Movement Disorders Clinical Practice, 2024, Vol 11, Issue 9, p1166

ISSN

2330-1619

Publication type

Academic Journal

DOI

10.1002/mdc3.14137