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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Movement disorder | |||
| synonyms = [[Neurological movement disorder]] | |||
| field = [[Neurology]] | |||
| symptoms = Abnormal [[voluntary movement|voluntary]] or [[involuntary movement|involuntary]] movements | |||
| complications = [[Disability]], [[social stigma]] | |||
| onset = Varies by specific disorder | |||
| duration = Chronic, often lifelong | |||
| types = [[Parkinson's disease]], [[Essential tremor]], [[Dystonia]], [[Chorea]], [[Tics]], [[Myoclonus]], [[Ataxia]] | |||
| causes = [[Genetic disorder|Genetic]], [[autoimmune disease|autoimmune]], [[metabolic disorder|metabolic]], [[neurodegenerative disease|neurodegenerative]], [[infection|infectious]], [[drug-induced]] | |||
| risks = Family history, [[age]], [[environmental factors]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical diagnosis]], [[neurological examination]], [[imaging studies]] | |||
| differential = [[Seizure disorder]], [[muscle disease]], [[psychogenic movement disorder]] | |||
| treatment = [[Medication]], [[physical therapy]], [[surgery]], [[deep brain stimulation]] | |||
| prognosis = Varies by specific disorder | |||
| frequency = Common, varies by specific disorder | |||
}} | |||
'''Movement disorder''' is a broad term that encompasses a variety of neurological conditions that affect an individual's ability to produce and control bodily movements. These disorders can be either [[hyperkinetic]] (characterized by excessive, often involuntary movement) or [[hypokinetic]] (characterized by a lack of movement or slow movement). | '''Movement disorder''' is a broad term that encompasses a variety of neurological conditions that affect an individual's ability to produce and control bodily movements. These disorders can be either [[hyperkinetic]] (characterized by excessive, often involuntary movement) or [[hypokinetic]] (characterized by a lack of movement or slow movement). | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Movement disorders can be caused by a variety of factors, including [[genetic mutations]], [[infections]], [[medications]], [[metabolic disorders]], and [[neurodegenerative diseases]]. Some movement disorders, such as [[Parkinson's disease]] and [[Huntington's disease]], are believed to be primarily caused by genetic factors. Others, such as [[dystonia]], may be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. | Movement disorders can be caused by a variety of factors, including [[genetic mutations]], [[infections]], [[medications]], [[metabolic disorders]], and [[neurodegenerative diseases]]. Some movement disorders, such as [[Parkinson's disease]] and [[Huntington's disease]], are believed to be primarily caused by genetic factors. Others, such as [[dystonia]], may be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of movement disorders can vary widely depending on the specific disorder. Common symptoms include [[tremors]], [[tics]], [[rigidity]], [[bradykinesia]] (slowness of movement), [[akinesia]] (absence of movement), and [[dyskinesia]] (abnormal or impaired movement). Some movement disorders, such as Parkinson's disease, can also cause non-motor symptoms such as [[cognitive impairment]], [[mood disorders]], and [[autonomic dysfunction]]. | The symptoms of movement disorders can vary widely depending on the specific disorder. Common symptoms include [[tremors]], [[tics]], [[rigidity]], [[bradykinesia]] (slowness of movement), [[akinesia]] (absence of movement), and [[dyskinesia]] (abnormal or impaired movement). Some movement disorders, such as Parkinson's disease, can also cause non-motor symptoms such as [[cognitive impairment]], [[mood disorders]], and [[autonomic dysfunction]]. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of movement disorders typically involves a thorough [[medical history]] and [[physical examination]], as well as [[neurological examination]]. Additional tests, such as [[imaging studies]], [[genetic testing]], and [[laboratory tests]], may also be used to help confirm the diagnosis and rule out other potential causes of the symptoms. | Diagnosis of movement disorders typically involves a thorough [[medical history]] and [[physical examination]], as well as [[neurological examination]]. Additional tests, such as [[imaging studies]], [[genetic testing]], and [[laboratory tests]], may also be used to help confirm the diagnosis and rule out other potential causes of the symptoms. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for movement disorders depends on the specific disorder and the severity of the symptoms. Treatment options may include [[medications]], [[physical therapy]], [[occupational therapy]], [[speech therapy]], and in some cases, [[surgery]]. For some disorders, such as Parkinson's disease, treatment may also involve [[deep brain stimulation]]. | Treatment for movement disorders depends on the specific disorder and the severity of the symptoms. Treatment options may include [[medications]], [[physical therapy]], [[occupational therapy]], [[speech therapy]], and in some cases, [[surgery]]. For some disorders, such as Parkinson's disease, treatment may also involve [[deep brain stimulation]]. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Parkinson's disease]] | * [[Parkinson's disease]] | ||
* [[Huntington's disease]] | * [[Huntington's disease]] | ||
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* [[Tremor]] | * [[Tremor]] | ||
* [[Tic disorders]] | * [[Tic disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Neurological disorders]] | [[Category:Neurological disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Movement disorders]] | [[Category:Movement disorders]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 00:19, 4 April 2025
| Movement disorder | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Neurological movement disorder |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Abnormal voluntary or involuntary movements |
| Complications | Disability, social stigma |
| Onset | Varies by specific disorder |
| Duration | Chronic, often lifelong |
| Types | Parkinson's disease, Essential tremor, Dystonia, Chorea, Tics, Myoclonus, Ataxia |
| Causes | Genetic, autoimmune, metabolic, neurodegenerative, infectious, drug-induced |
| Risks | Family history, age, environmental factors |
| Diagnosis | Clinical diagnosis, neurological examination, imaging studies |
| Differential diagnosis | Seizure disorder, muscle disease, psychogenic movement disorder |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Medication, physical therapy, surgery, deep brain stimulation |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Varies by specific disorder |
| Frequency | Common, varies by specific disorder |
| Deaths | N/A |
Movement disorder is a broad term that encompasses a variety of neurological conditions that affect an individual's ability to produce and control bodily movements. These disorders can be either hyperkinetic (characterized by excessive, often involuntary movement) or hypokinetic (characterized by a lack of movement or slow movement).
Causes[edit]
Movement disorders can be caused by a variety of factors, including genetic mutations, infections, medications, metabolic disorders, and neurodegenerative diseases. Some movement disorders, such as Parkinson's disease and Huntington's disease, are believed to be primarily caused by genetic factors. Others, such as dystonia, may be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of movement disorders can vary widely depending on the specific disorder. Common symptoms include tremors, tics, rigidity, bradykinesia (slowness of movement), akinesia (absence of movement), and dyskinesia (abnormal or impaired movement). Some movement disorders, such as Parkinson's disease, can also cause non-motor symptoms such as cognitive impairment, mood disorders, and autonomic dysfunction.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of movement disorders typically involves a thorough medical history and physical examination, as well as neurological examination. Additional tests, such as imaging studies, genetic testing, and laboratory tests, may also be used to help confirm the diagnosis and rule out other potential causes of the symptoms.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for movement disorders depends on the specific disorder and the severity of the symptoms. Treatment options may include medications, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and in some cases, surgery. For some disorders, such as Parkinson's disease, treatment may also involve deep brain stimulation.
