Orchestra Conductor Undergoes Groundbreaking Brain Surgery To Treat Parkinsonโs Tremors
For 70-year-old, Ohio-based conductor Rand Laycock, being able to control his arm and hand movements is crucial when guiding dozens of musicians in Parma Symphony Orchestra. But 11 years ago, just before his 60th birthday, Rand began to notice a twitch in his thumb, sparking concerns that something was wrong. He went to his doctor for advice, and was diagnosed with Parkinsonโs disease. Randโs tremors soon became uncontrollable, making his once-precise movements increasingly difficult.