Neurology-Movement Disorders Most Recent
From time-to-time we select a topic and present the information and facts in an exciting and visually informative format.
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In this article, we look specifically at the burden experienced by caregivers of individuals with Parkinson's disease.
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The cluster of neuropsychiatric sequelae known as impulse-control disorders...
Progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) is a rare, fatal neurodegenerative disease with limited treatment options that is characterized by gait and postural instability and a classical vertical supranuclear gaze palsy.
Parkinson’s disease (PD) is characterized by the presence of bradykinesia, rigidity, and rest tremor.
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The neurological exam is arguably the highest yield examination in all of medicine.
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Nonneurologist practitioners faced with the diagnosis of dementia cannot be expected to conduct the detailed assessments for which neurologists are trained.
This article will assist the clinician in defining and categorizing tremor, also suggesting key questions and physical examination techniques to facilitate a probable diagnosis in an older adult.
Chorea is a hyperkinetic movement disorder characterized by nonsustained, rapid, and random contractions that may affect all body parts.
The Impact of Exercise Rehabilitation and Physical Activity on the Management of Parkinson’s Disease
Although medication therapy is generally effective in the clinical management of Parkinson’s disease (PD), additional improvement of some gross motor symptoms may be achieved through the use of nonpharmacological treatments, such as physical therapy and exercise rehabilitation.
