Ganga Ram Hospital treats Parkinson’s tremors with non-invasive MRgFUS Technology

Delhi based Sir Ganga Ram Hospital has treated Parkinson’s tremors with non-invasive MRgFUS technology, claiming that it is for the first time in north India. Mrs. R., a retired schoolteacher, had been silently suffering from debilitating hand tremors for several years—tremors that stripped her of her independence and confidence.

Despite consulting multiple specialists and trying various medications, nothing brought relief. The suggestion of undergoing Deep Brain Stimulation—an invasive surgical procedure involving the implantation of a brain pacemaker—left her distressed and fearful. She continued to live with her condition until she discovered a groundbreaking, non-surgical alternative: MRgFUS (MRI-Guided Focused Ultrasound) Thalamotomy.

Initially considering treatment in the UK, Mrs. R. faced long waiting periods until she learned that this cutting-edge technology was available at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi. She underwent MRgFUS Thalamotomy at the hospital and her right hand became tremor-free during the procedure itself. The next morning, she joyfully drank water without spilling, ate a sandwich on her own, and wrote her name with a steady hand—big victories that marked a huge leap in reclaiming her life.

MRgFUS is a state-of-the-art, non-invasive procedure that uses highly focused ultrasound beams guided by MRI to target and treat specific brain areas responsible for tremors. It is particularly effective in patients with Essential Tremors and Tremor-Dominant Parkinson’s Disease. The treatment creates a small, targeted lesion in the brain tissue to interrupt abnormal signals causing the tremors, without the need for any incisions or implants. This translates to significantly fewer side effects and a faster recovery time compared to traditional surgical methods.
Dr. Ajay Swaroop, Chairman, Board of Management, Sir Ganga Ram hospital has a tradition of providing cutting edge technology for patients. In this series we bring, for the first time in north India, a non-invasive treatment for debilitating movement disorders. This treatment will be a boon for patients with no relief from conservative medical treatment. This is our contribution to constantly be the first in patient care.