Dr. Robert Levy: Placebo Effect in Neuromodulation

In this episode of The Neuromodulation Podcast, Prof. MarcRusso speaks with Dr. Robert Levy about the placebo effect in neuromodulation and its long-standing role in spinal cord stimulation and deep brain stimulation research. The discussion highlights how placebo responses maysignificantly influence outcomes in DBS for Parkinson’s disease, and how specific factors can amplify or reduce both placebo and nocebo effects.Dr. Levy also addresses the challenges of misinformation, the importance of clear patient education, and how psychological support may help optimize outcomes in neuromodulation practice.