Movement disorders are a group of neurological conditions that cause irregular body movements, which can range from slow to excessive movements with many variants.
There are many conditions within the movement disorders spectrum, including:
These are only some of the many different movement disorders, and some of these disorders have multiple subtypes as well.
Every movement disorder causes its own individual symptoms and issues, but some general signs to watch for include:
These are only some of the more common issues that occur with movement disorders.
You may have other symptoms, and in some cases, those symptoms may not initially seem like movement disorder issues. For example, multiple system atrophy can cause both movement symptoms and issues like low blood pressure or bladder issues.
Genetic conditions, traumatic injury, nervous system disease, infections, medication side effects, and other factors can all cause movement disorders.
The risk of developing a movement disorder increases as you age. Prior strokes, hypertension, and metabolic disorders like diabetes may all increase your risk of developing a movement disorder.
Link Neuroscience uses a comprehensive integrative approach to movement disorder treatment. They incorporate all the latest neurological research and technology into treatment planning, which ensures that you get the care you need to manage symptoms and maximize your life quality.
Usually, the best treatment for movement disorders involves several approaches at once.
Some of the many treatment options for movement disorders can include prescription medications, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and innovative surgical procedures like deep brain stimulation. Lifestyle modifications can also make life much easier when you're living with a movement disorder.
While there aren't necessarily cures for some movement disorders, working with an experienced neurologist can restore your function to the maximum level.
For movement disorder diagnosis and treatment from premier experts, call Link Neuroscience Institute or use the online scheduling feature now.