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First randomized controlled trial of deep brain stimulation for chronic pain shows promise

June 20, 2017 by

Deep brain stimulation (DBS) of the ventral striatum/anterior limb of the internal capsule is safe and feasible in addressing the affective component of pain in patients with post-stroke pain syndrome, report investigators.

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