Is anesthesia needed for treating tremor with ultrasound?

Is anesthesia needed for treating tremor with ultrasound?

Elimination of tremor with focused ultrasound is performed without anesthesia.  The patient must be conscious and able to report what they are experiencing, as well as follow instructions and commands. For example, as soon as the final stage of treatment begins, we can assess its effectiveness by asking the patient to do things like write their name or draw a spiral.

As the tremor gradually disappears, the doctor and patient can see the results immediately during therapy. When the tremor is completely eliminated, the treatment is concluded. The decision to end the procedure is made together with the patient and their companion after a joint evaluation of the achieved result.

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