Tiny Brain Device Treats Depression Without Major Surgery

Tiny Brain Device Treats Depression Without Major Surgery

A pea-sized device can now treat severe depression as an outpatient procedure, without opening the skull. Motif Neurotech's implant delivers stimulation to the brain wirelessly, sidestepping the invasive surgery traditionally required. Early data shows it is safe beyond 30 days. Full clinical trials will determine whether the treatment works long-term and becomes widely available.

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