Movement Disorders Diagnosis & Treatment — BHARGAV NEURO CARE
🧠 Movement Disorders
📌 What are Movement Disorders?
Movement disorders are neurological conditions that affect the speed, fluency, quality, and ease of body movements. They can cause either excessive involuntary movements (hyperkinetic) or slowness and lack of movement (hypokinetic). These disorders often result from abnormalities in parts of the brain that control movement, especially the basal ganglia.
⚡ Common Types of Movement Disorders
- Parkinson’s Disease – Causes tremors, stiffness, slow movement, and balance issues
- Essential Tremor – Uncontrolled shaking of hands, head, or voice during movement
- Dystonia – Involuntary muscle contractions causing twisting or abnormal postures
- Chorea / Huntington’s Disease – Jerky, dance-like involuntary movements
- Tics / Tourette Syndrome – Sudden, repetitive movements or vocal sounds
- Ataxia – Poor coordination and unsteady movements
- Myoclonus – Sudden brief muscle jerks or twitches
⚠️ Symptoms of Movement Disorders
- Tremors (shaking) at rest or during activity
- Muscle stiffness or rigidity
- Slowness of movement (bradykinesia)
- Abnormal postures or repetitive movements
- Difficulty with balance and coordination
- Jerky, uncontrolled movements
- Voice or facial movement abnormalities
🧠 Causes and Risk Factors
- Genetic factors (family history of movement disorders)
- Neurodegenerative diseases (like Parkinson’s or Huntington’s)
- Brain injuries or strokes
- Certain medications or drug side effects
- Infections affecting the nervous system
- Autoimmune or metabolic conditions
🩺 Diagnosis
- Detailed neurological examination
- Review of medical and family history
- Brain imaging (MRI or CT scan)
- Blood tests to rule out metabolic or infectious causes
- Genetic testing (if hereditary disorders are suspected)
- Movement analysis using video or EMG
💊 Treatment and Management
- Medications to control tremors, stiffness, or involuntary movements
- Botulinum toxin (Botox) injections for dystonia
- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) in severe cases
- Physical and occupational therapy
- Speech therapy (if voice or swallowing is affected)
- Psychological counseling and support groups
💖 Living with Movement Disorders
Early diagnosis, regular follow-ups, and a personalized treatment plan help manage symptoms effectively. With proper care, patients can maintain independence and improve their quality of life.
