Movement Disorders
What is Movement Disorder?
Dyskinesia or “movement disorder” is a group of neurological problems characterized by involuntary movements, which can occur continuously or sporadically. Unconscious movement can affect the arms, legs, head and even the trunk. They can cause varying degrees of disability and seriously affect a person’s quality of life.
Main diseases that alter movements:
Parkinson's disease
Essential tremor
Dystonia
Dystonic tremor
Treatment
There are many treatments for movement disorders. Some are curable, others, such as genetics and neurodegeneratives, can be controlled or have their symptoms minimized. The treatment strategy is always personalized, taking into account the condition and characteristics of each patient.
Frequently Asked Questions
Among the main movement disorders, we can find:
- Parkinson’s disease
- Essential tremor and other tremors
- Dystonia
- Tics and Tourette Syndrome
Disorders can be caused by genetic or even acquired (environmental) alterations, such as the use of certain medications, injuries related to head trauma, stroke, tumors and hydrocephalus (abnormal accumulation of fluid in the brain, causing an increase in intracranial pressure.)
When you experience any of the symptoms frequently, it is already worth seeing a specialist. Mainly, if it is causing inconvenience in your daily life.