Procedure

Neurostimulation Programming (DBS/VNS Adjustment)

A one-page care plan for patients having Neurostimulation Programming (DBS/VNS Adjustment), covering Purpose, Protection & Preparation, Expectations & Execution, Nutrition & Next Steps, Consistency, Indications and Lifestyle & Long-Term Success.

In this plan

  1. Purpose, Protection & Preparation

    • I understand this visit adjusts my device settings to improve symptoms
    • I understand this is part of ongoing care after implantation
    • I tell my provider about symptom changes or side effects
    • I bring my device controller or magnet if applicable
    • I understand adjustments may take multiple visits
  2. Expectations & Execution

    5 points, for partners

  3. Nutrition & Next Steps

    4 points, for partners

  4. Consistency

    4 points, for partners

  5. Indications

    4 points, for partners

  6. Lifestyle & Long-Term Success

    4 points, for partners

When to call the office and when to call 911: for partners

See the full plan

Neurostimulation Programming (DBS/VNS Adjustment) is one of the plans included with a partnership. Partners read every plan in full, and print any of them for a patient.

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