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Functional Neurosurgery in Mumbai by Dr. Rahul Chhajed
Restoring Quality of Life Through Advanced Neuromodulation & Surgical Precision.
Specialized surgical solutions for Parkinson’s Disease, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Hemifacial Spasms, and Epilepsy.
Restoring Function: Beyond Just Survival
While traditional neurosurgery often focuses on removing tumors or clots, Functional Neurosurgery is dedicated to restoring the quality of life. It involves correcting the abnormal functioning of the brain and nervous system to treat chronic disorders like uncontrollable tremors, severe facial pain, or drug-resistant epilepsy.
Dr. Rahul Chhajed utilizes advanced Stereotactic techniques and Microvascular surgery to target specific neural circuits with pinpoint accuracy. Whether it is implanting a "brain pacemaker" (DBS) for Parkinson's or relieving a compressed nerve to stop facial pain, our goal is to help patients regain control over their bodies and live pain-free lives.
Functional & Cranial Nerve Procedures
Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)
Often called a "pacemaker for the brain," DBS is a life-changing procedure for patients whose symptoms are no longer controlled by medication.
- Parkinson’s Disease: Surgical implantation of electrodes to regulate abnormal brain impulses, significantly reducing tremors, stiffness, and slowness of movement.
- Essential Tremor: highly effective therapy for controlling severe, uncontrollable shaking of the hands and head.
Pain & Cranial Nerve Disorders
We specialize in treating "hyperactive" cranial nerves that cause debilitating pain or spasms.
- Trigeminal Neuralgia: Known as the "suicide disease" due to the intensity of pain. We treat this electric-shock-like facial pain effectively.
- Hemifacial Spasm: Surgical correction for involuntary twitching of one side of the face.
- Microvascular Decompression (MVD): The gold-standard, curative surgery where Dr. Rahul carefully separates the compressing blood vessel from the nerve, offering permanent relief without damaging nerve function. 3. Epilepsy Surgery For patients whose seizures are not controlled by anti-epileptic drugs (drug-resistant epilepsy).
- Resective Surgery: Precise removal of the specific area of the brain causing seizures (the seizure focus), often guided by advanced monitoring.
- Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS): Implantation of a device that stimulates the vagus nerve to prevent seizures or reduce their severity in patients who are not candidates for resection.
Signs You May Need Functional Neurosurgery
Functional disorders often progress slowly. You should seek a specialist opinion if:
- Medication Failure: Your medicines for Parkinson's or Epilepsy are no longer working effectively or have severe side effects.
- Facial Pain: You experience sudden, shock-like pain in the jaw or face (Trigeminal Neuralgia) triggered by touching, eating, or wind.
- Involuntary Movements: Uncontrollable twitching of the face or severe hand tremors affecting your daily tasks (eating, writing).
- Chronic Spasticity: Severe muscle stiffness following a stroke or injury.
Don’t Delay Critical Care.
Timely intervention can save lives and function. Contact Dr. Rahul Chhajed now for expert diagnosis and immediate surgical planning.
Why Choose Dr. Rahul Chhajed?
- Expert in MVD: Dr. Rahul has extensive experience in Microvascular Decompression, offering high success rates for Trigeminal Neuralgia and Hemifacial Spasm.
- International Training: Refined his surgical skills with the NHS (UK), bringing global safety protocols to Mumbai.
- Advanced Technology: Utilizes high-end microscopes and intraoperative monitoring to ensure nerve safety during delicate procedures.
- Patient-Centric Approach: Known for his empathetic nature, Dr. Rahul spends time explaining these complex functional conditions to patients and families.
- Top Hospital Network: Surgeries are performed at premier institutes like Saifee, Wockhardt, and CritiCare Asia, ensuring the best post-operative care.
Patient Experiences with the Best Neurosurgeon in Mumbai
Read real reviews from patients treated for Brain Tumors, Head Injuries, Spine Trauma, and Neurological Disorders by Dr. Rahul Chhajed.
Dr Rahul is very a versatile and knowledgeable surgeon who ensures that your patient is taken good care of. He performed a very critical surgery...
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Yes, for most patients with Trigeminal Neuralgia or Hemifacial Spasm, MVD offers a permanent cure by physically removing the cause of the problem (blood vessel compression) rather than just masking the pain.
The surgery is minimally invasive. Most patients are discharged within 3-5 days. The “pacemaker” is usually switched on and programmed a few weeks later to optimize symptom control.
If you have tried at least two different anti-seizure medications without success, you should be evaluated for surgery. A comprehensive pre-surgical workup is required to determine eligibility.
DBS does not cure Parkinson’s, but it significantly reduces symptoms like tremors and stiffness, often allowing patients to reduce their medication dosage and improve their quality of life.
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