Essential Tremor is caused by overactive brain cells in a portion of the brain called the thalamus. Gamma Knife delivers radiation to these tremor-causing cells with pinpoint accuracy, in a single outpatient treatment.

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Cutting Edge Treatment for Essential Tremor

Local man now able to live a tremor-free life

In the late 1960s, Dave Willard, a Navy Commander, was on active duty when he noticed shaking in both his left and right hands.