Patient Case Overview:

Ms. Shi, a 59-year-old woman, experienced left toe tremors due to emotional fluctuations five years ago, which gradually affected the left side of her body. She was diagnosed locally with "idiopathic tremor," a common movement disorder disease characterized by bilateral upper limb action tremors that severely impact the patient's daily life. Despite trying various medications, including Almaryl, Madopar, Antan, Sinemet, and Xining, none were effective in controlling her condition. Over time, the tremors in Ms. Shi’s left hand increased in intensity and frequency, making it impossible for her to perform basic activities such as eating and drinking.

“Magnetic Wave Knife” – A New Choice for Tremor Patients

To improve her symptoms, Ms. Shi, accompanied by her family, sought professional help at Beijing GoBroad Hospital. As a non-invasive surgical treatment, the Magnetic Wave Knife reduces the risk and trauma associated with surgery and allows for quick recovery, making it an ideal choice for Ms. Shi and her family.

The hospital’s expert team conducted a comprehensive Parkinson’s disease and movement disorder assessment, including gait and balance tests, olfactory examinations, and various scale assessments. The preoperative evaluation results indicated that Ms. Shi met the necessary criteria for brain Magnetic Wave Knife treatment.

The day after admission, Ms. Shi underwent a careful 1.5-hour procedure, and her Magnetic Wave Knife treatment was successfully completed. The technology combines MRI and focused ultrasound, using real-time MRI imaging to precisely locate the affected areas and apply high-frequency focused ultrasound to generate heat for thermal ablation of the lesions. This effectively alleviated and eliminated the tremors. Upon getting off the treatment table, Ms. Shi’s tremor problems showed significant improvement, muscle stiffness was relieved, and no adverse reactions occurred.

Pre- and Post-Surgery Comparison Video

Post-treatment professional assessments, such as drawing, pouring water, and the nose-finger test, showed clear improvements compared to pre-surgery results. Additionally, the rehabilitation team customized a personalized training plan for Ms. Shi to help improve her overall physical function.

Post-Surgery Recovery – Living a Life of Quality and Dignity

After the procedure, Ms. Shi regained normal daily living functions. She is now able to independently complete tasks such as dressing, washing, and eating, and has regained the ability to assist her family with daily chores. Ms. Shi now confidently goes to the market to buy groceries and prepare simple and delicious meals for her family. Furthermore, she is able to easily handle daily cleaning tasks at home, maintaining a tidy and comfortable living environment.

For Ms. Shi, these seemingly simple daily activities were once an unreachable luxury due to her tremors. With her regained ability to care for herself, Ms. Shi's quality of life has significantly improved, and she has rediscovered the joy and confidence in life.

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Director Yu Xin from Beijing GoBroad Hospital stated: “The exact cause of idiopathic tremor is not yet fully understood, but it may be related to genetics, aging, and environmental factors. For patients like Ms. Shi, whose quality of life has significantly declined and who have poor responses to medication, surgical treatment is the best option. The Magnetic Wave Knife, as a non-invasive treatment device, reduces the risks and trauma of surgery, and with its quick recovery time, it is more easily accepted by patients and their families.”

The efficacy of the Magnetic Wave Knife treatment is remarkable and sustained. Studies have shown that 48 and 60 months after treatment, the posture tremor scores in the experimental group improved by 73.3% and 73.1%, respectively, hand tremor and motor scores improved by 49.5% and 40.4%, and functional disability scores also showed significant improvement. This technology has been widely applied globally and has achieved good therapeutic outcomes in clinical practice, providing patients with an innovative treatment option that does not require surgery.

However, experts also remind patients that, since each individual’s physical condition is different, whether the Magnetic Wave Knife treatment is suitable for them must be evaluated by a professional doctor. Therefore, it is recommended that patients visit an outpatient clinic to consult with a specialist to determine the most suitable treatment plan for their specific needs.

This successful case of Magnetic Wave Knife treatment for idiopathic tremor not only brought health and hope to Ms. Shi but also provided new treatment options for many other patients suffering from similar diseases. With the continuous development and improvement of the technology, we have reason to believe that in the future, more patients will benefit from it and regain a healthy life.