PARKINSON DISEASE TREATMENT IN ISRAEL
To date, it is completely impossible to cure Parkinson's disease. However, advanced Israeli medicine removes the main signs of Parkinson's disease and brings back the joy of life.
85-90% of patients who were treated in Israeli clinics got rid of tremors, restored control over their movements and facial expressions; dizziness and speech impediments disappeared.
DIAGNOSTICS FOR PARKINSON’S DISEASE IN ISRAEL
For patients from developing countries, in 40% cases, a former Parkinson’s diagnosis was not confirmed. That is why the effectiveness of the treatment depends on timely and accurate diagnosis.
A full screening for Parkinson’s disease will take from 3 to 5 days.
In order to confirm the diagnosis and choose the optimal therapy program, the following methods are used in Israel:
- electroencephalography (EEG) - evaluates electrical activity of the brain;
- electromyography (EMG) - evaluates muscle condition;
- magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) - identifies structural changes of the brain;
- positron emission computed tomography (PET-CT) - used to exclude other illnesses with similar symptoms;
- single-photon emission computed tomography (SPECT) - used to evaluate dopamine levels;
- laboratory tests, etc.
The cost of diagnostics depends on the methods used and the hospital’s pricing policy. The estimated cost of checkups in Israeli hospitals is:
neurological consultation - $650 or more;
neurosurgeon consultation - $690 or more;
PET-CT - $1550;
MRI - from $1,400;
CT - from $800;
comprehensive diagnostics of Parkinson's disease - from $5,000.
BENEFITS TO TREATING PARKINGINSON'S DISEASE IN ISRAEL
In Israeli clinics on the Mediterranean coast, every patient receives:
- a diagnosis that accounts for all the individual characteristics;
- an effective treatment regimen;
- monitoring by country’s best neurologists with over 15 years of experience;
- access to advanced surgical modalities;
- possible online consultations after
- possibility of online consultations after release from the hospital.
SPECIFICS OF TREATING PARKINSON'S DISEASE IN ISRAEL: NEW METHODS
For effective treatment of the parkinsonian palsy, Israeli specialists conduct deep brain stimulation. This is a safe neurosurgical procedure. During it, special electrodes are injected into the affected areas of the brain to stimulate cell functions. These electrodes, harmless to healthy tissue, eliminate the symptoms of Parkinson's disease: limb tremors, movement problems, frozen expression, dizziness. The device used for deep brain stimulation in the leading clinics of Israel is Medtronic Activa.
The device detects the extent of brain cell damage, which allows individual adjustments for each patient. This increases the effectiveness of the procedure and makes it possible to relieve the patient from discomfort faster.
In addition to the procedures above, Parkinson’s disease gets treated with MRI FUS ultrasound - a promising alternative to surgery. This method can eliminate tremor and limb paralysis, but it is helpless against other symptoms. The results are immediately evident.
BEST CLINICS OF ISRAEL FOR PARKINSON DISEASE’S TREATMENT
The leading Israeli clinics for the treatment of Parkinson's disease are:
- Rambam Medical Center
- Assuta Hospital
- Souraski Medical Center
- Clinic Sheba
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO TREAT PARKINSON’S DISEASE IN ISRAEL?
The cost of treatment for Parkinson’s is 40-50% cheaper in Israel than in the USA. Yet, the quality of medical services is at the same level as that of the leading American clinics. The approximate price of Parkinson's disease treatment is:
- deep brain stimulation at the Rambam Clinic - from $80,000;
- MRI guided ultrasound ablation - from $30,000.
TREATMENT OF PARKINSON’S DISEASE IN ISRAEL TESTIMONIAL
Hospital: Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center
Procedure:Full treatment for Parkinson's disease
Age: 64 y.o.
From: Odessa Igor: “Parkinson’s is a painful and incurable disease, and it has affected our family. My grandfather started complaining about leg pain, constrained movements, and upper limb tremor. I also noticed he was beginning to suffer from memory loss. Immediately, I took him to the doctor’s and all my worst fears got confirmed - it was Parkinson’s disease. Right away, I knew we would be seeking treatment abroad. I discovered Mediglobus, and with their help settled everything. The choice fell on the Ichilov clinic in Israel. It had affordable prices, quality service, and great specialists. My grandpa was re-examined and, alas, they confirmed the diagnosis. The doctors prescribed medical treatment and focused ultrasound. The results were striking - his hand trembling stopped. I did not expect his condition to change so dramatically in just one session. Naturally, I understand that the disease will still progress with time, but I want to keep hoping for the best. My grandpa is feeling better now. He is taking his medication, attends FUS procedures and regular checkups… “
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