What is a Movement Disorder? The term “movement disorders” refers to a group of neurological conditions that cause abnormal movements, which may be voluntary or involuntary. Movement disorders are conventionally divided into two major categories: Hyperkinetic and Hypokinetic. Hyperkinetic movement disorders refer to dyskinesia or excessive, often repetitive, involuntary movements that intrude upon the normal. . .
As we get older and with certain neurological conditions the way that we walk can change. Those gait impairments can increase your risk of falling and cause pain in other parts of your body due to imbalances while walking. Physical therapy can be an important component in helping decrease your risk of falling and improve. . .
Parkinson’s disease is a diagnosis that is often seen as the end of a person’s previous life. There is no cure at this time for Parkinson’s disease and while symptoms can be managed with medication and regular check-ins with a neurologist, often patients want something more to help subside symptoms and to keep them functional.. . .