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Deep brain stimulation shows potential to improve communication after traumatic brain injury
A University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine study published in Nature Communications examined whether deep brain stimulation (DBS) can…
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A University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine study published in Nature Communications examined whether deep brain stimulation (DBS) can alleviate speech and swallowing deficits caused by traumatic brain injury. The research included participants such as Braden Pritts, who is undergoing DBS as part of the trial. investigators suggest that targeting specific brain regions with DBS may improve communication abilities after TBI. The study’s findings highlight DBS as a potential therapeutic avenue for addressing post‑injury speech impairments.
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