Real-Time Brain Pacemaker Adapts to Each Step to Improve Parkinson’s Gait
TL;DR
UCSF researchers developed a closed-loop adaptive deep brain stimulation system that detects step-specific brain signals and automatically modulates stimulation within milliseconds, synchronizing with walking to improve gait symmetry and reduce falls in five Parkinson’s patients—evidence supporting a shift from fixed stimulation to behavior-responsive neuromodulation with potential broader applications.
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