What does an abnormal EEG mean and does it always mean epilepsy?
An abnormal EEG means the brain’s electrical activity isn’t running on its usual rhythm. The report flags irregular patterns, mostly slowing or spikes, and these can point to epilepsy, tumours, brain injuries, or metabolic problems. But no, an abnormal EEG...
What is cervical dystonia (torticollis) and how is it treated?
Cervical dystonia, also called spasmodic torticollis, is a chronic neurological disorder where involuntary neck muscle contractions cause abnormal head tilting, twisting, and pain. There is no cure, but treatment effectively manages symptoms through botulinum toxin...
What Happens During DBS Programming Sessions After Surgery?
DBS programming starts roughly 3 to 4 weeks post-op. A neurologist sits with you, holds a small wireless device, and switches the stimulator on for the first time. Then the real work begins testing contacts, nudging voltage, tweaking pulse width and frequency until...