Magnetic Resonance (MR)-guided Focused Ultrasound (MRgFUS) is a non-invasive medical procedure to treat patients with disabling neurological conditions, such as Essential Tremors and tremors related to Parkinson’s Disease.

The procedure uses Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) to locate areas of the brain that trigger symptoms of movement disorders.

Focused ultrasound waves ablate the affected tissue, disrupting the abnormal brain activity and significantly reducing tremors.

Each patient requires a “halo” to be fitted during the procedure, to keep their head still and their scalp cool. 

Patients do not require general anaesthetic for this procedure and improvements can often be demonstrated in real time.

As this surgery is non-invasive, there are no incisions or drill holes, which enhances patient recovery time. 

Watch the video below to learn more about this service, and see how it’s helping patients with disabling neurological conditions:

Patients access this service via a referral from their health network including their General Practitioner (GP), Neurologist or another specialist.

Patients are then assessed and screened to determine if MRgFUS treatment is appropriate for them.