New Delhi, May 14 -- A retired school teacher, had been silently suffering from debilitating hand tremors for several years--tremors that stripped her of her independence and confidence. Once a vibrant woman who loved socialising, she became withdrawn, embarrassed by her inability to perform simple tasks such as drinking water, eating a sandwich, or writing her name.

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 (...