Source: Life Science Business

A "bioelectronic neurodegenerative filter" is supposed to suppress the tremor without major surgical intervention.

Neurodegenerative filter technology (DNF) is a Dutch invention and aims to improve the quality of life for Parkinson's patients. This technology is being developed by Life Science Business in Leiden, the Netherlands.

In principle, it is a matter of distinguishing between desired and undesired signals that are sent from the brain to muscles and nerves and only allowing the desired signals to pass.

Because the system simultaneously records all data around the clock, it should be possible to optimize the treatment with the help of artificial intelligence over time.

The previous treatment methods for the various types of tremor (medication and deep brain stimulation) often do not have any significant long-term effect. In addition, deep brain stimulation is expensive, carries risks and is only an option for some patients.

Instead of implanting electrodes in the brain, the DNF system uses the nanoelectrodes traveling implanted directly into the nerves of the peripheral nervous system. According to Mehrdad Omidvar, CEO of Life Science Business, external partners (universities and companies) are currently working on developing the most suitable nanoelectrodes for the DNF system.

It is obvious that the use of DNF technology could noticeably reduce treatment and care costs. Life Science Business anticipates savings of 70%. The DNF system is particularly interesting for people who are sick and who strictly refuse to undergo surgery on the brain, as the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) is not surgically affected. The procedure is performed on an outpatient and minimally invasive basis and is associated with lower risks.

Life Science Business plans to start the clinical study at the end of this year. Hopefully the high expectations will not be disappointed.

Sources: https://www.lifesciencebusiness.nl/ and https://www.universal-sci.com/