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65-Year-Old Gains Movement Back After Brain Surgery

10/28/2025

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Denise Bacon, a 65-year-old woman in England with Parkinson's disease, underwent a deep-brain stimulation procedure to restore motor control in her hands.
Diagnosed in 2014, Bacon had lost the ability to swim and dance.
During the four-hour surgery, Bacon played the clarinet to test motor skills.
After the procedure, she reported improved walking and eagerness to return to swimming and dancing, captured on video for the surgical team.

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Story summary

Denise Bacon, a 65-year-old woman in England with Parkinson's disease, underwent a deep-brain stimulation procedure to restore motor control in her hands.
Diagnosed in 2014, Bacon had lost the ability to swim and dance.
During the four-hour surgery, Bacon played the clarinet to test motor skills.
After the procedure, she reported improved walking and eagerness to return to swimming and dancing, captured on video for the surgical team.