Orthostatic Tremor Am I The Only One

Author : Jane Baker Conner
Publisher : LifeRich Publishing
Page : 66 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2013-11
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781489700445

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Orthostatic Tremor: Am I the Only One? by Jane Baker Conner Pdf

Do your legs tremble when you stand in place? Do you find yourself needing to sit down, so you won't fall? Then you have as many questions as I do. What is wrong with me? How do I cope with this? Is there medicine to help? What about physical therapy? What is this new brain surgery known as deep brain stimulation? Will it help me? Am I the only one to have this problem? In my twenty-two-year trek with orthostatic tremor, I have found some of the answers. A rare neurological movement disorder, OT continues to baffle medical science. I am sharing my experiences in order to: 1) help identify orthostatic tremor symptoms , 2) explain the alternative of deep brain stimulation, 3) describe practical ways to manage the unique challenges of OT, 4) teach how to cope with an HMO's process of securing outside referral, and 5) offer hope for living with a disorder that currently has no cure.

Author : Roongroj Bhidayasiri,Daniel Tarsy
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2012-07-04
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781603274265

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Movement Disorders: A Video Atlas by Roongroj Bhidayasiri,Daniel Tarsy Pdf

Movement Disorders: A Video Atlas is a practical and concise title offering an introduction to the field of movement disorders, which is expanding rapidly with the involvement of various disciplines and specialties. The unique feature of the book is the accompanying video content, comprising common cases in each category of movement disorders. The video clips come from Dr. Tarsy’s personal video collection at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Dr. Bhidayasiri's personal collection at Chulalongkorn University and UCLA. The videos can be found at www.springerimages.com/Tarsy. Each case includes expert narration from Dr. Tarsy. Rather than focusing on rare cases, the authors emphasize typical cases, with good history and physical signs. Unique, easy to read, with highly instructive supporting video content, Movement Disorders: A Video Atlas is an indispensable reference for all clinicians interested in the fascinating field of movement disorders

Author : Ivan Donaldson,C. David Marsden,Susanne Schneider,Kailash Bhatia
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 1512 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2012-03-29
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780191502248

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Marsden's Book of Movement Disorders by Ivan Donaldson,C. David Marsden,Susanne Schneider,Kailash Bhatia Pdf

This book represents the final work of the late Professor C. David Marsden, who was the most influential figure in the field of movement disorders, in terms of his contributions to both research and clinical practice, in the modern era. It was conceived and written by David Marsden and his colleague at the Institute of Neurology, Prof. Ivan Donaldson. It was their intention that this would be the most comprehensive book on movement disorders and also that it would serve as the 'clinical Bible' for the management of these conditions. It provides a masterly survey of the entire topic, which has been made possible only by vast laboratory and bedside experience. Marsden's Book of Movement Disorders covers the full breadth of movement disorders, from the underlying anatomy and understanding of basal ganglia function to the diagnosis and management of specific movement disorders, including the more common conditions such as Parkinson's Disease through to rare, and very rare conditions such as Niemann-Pick disease. Chapters follow a structured format with historical overviews, definitions, clinical features, differential diagnosis, investigations and treatment covered in a structured way. It is extensively illustrated with many original photographs and diagrams of historical significance. Among these illustrations are still images of some original film clips of some of Dr. Marsden's patients published here for the first time. Comprehensively referenced and updated by experts from the Institute of Neurology at Queen Square, this book is a valuable reference for, not just movement disorder specialists and researchers, but also for clinicians who care for patients with movement disorders.

Author : Ivan Donaldson,C. David Marsden,Susanne Schneider
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 1512 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2012-03-29
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780192619112

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Marsden's Book of Movement Disorders by Ivan Donaldson,C. David Marsden,Susanne Schneider Pdf

Marsden's Book of Movement Disorders covers the full breadth of movement disorders, from the underlying anatomy and understanding of basal ganglia function to the diagnosis and management of specific movement disorders, including the more common conditions such as Parkinson's Disease through to very rare conditions such as Niemann-Pick disease.

Author : John C Watkinson,Ray W Clarke
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 4356 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2018-07-17
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780429812439

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Scott-Brown's Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, Eighth Edition by John C Watkinson,Ray W Clarke Pdf

Scott-Brown's Otorhinolaryngology is used the world over as the definitive reference for trainee ENT surgeons, audiologists and trainee head and neck surgeons, as well as specialists who need detailed, reliable and authoritative information on all aspects of ear, nose and throat disease and treatment. Key points: accompanied by a fully searchable electronic edition, making it more accessible, containing the same content as the print edition, with operative videos and references linked to Medline highly illustrated in colour throughout to aid understanding updated by an international team of editors and contributors evidence-based guidelines will help you in your clinical practice features include key points, best clinical practice guidelines, details of the search strategies used to prepare the material and suggestions for future research new Endocrine section. Scott-Brown will provide trainee surgeons (ENT and Head and Neck), audiologists and ENT physicians with quick access to relevant information about clinical conditions, and provide them with a starting point for further research. The accompanying electronic edition, enhanced with operative videos, will enable both easy reference and accessibility on the move.

Author : Mark Edwards,Niall Quinn,Kailash Bhatia
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780198569848

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Parkinson's Disease and Other Movement Disorders by Mark Edwards,Niall Quinn,Kailash Bhatia Pdf

A reference on the management of Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders, this book offers practical advice on the classification and diagnosis of patients, and available treatment options.

Author : Néstor Gálvez-Jiménez,Paul Tuite
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 351 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2011-05-12
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781139495752

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Uncommon Causes of Movement Disorders by Néstor Gálvez-Jiménez,Paul Tuite Pdf

A large number of neurological conditions result in abnormal movements of the body; these are often characterized by changes in coordination and altered speed of voluntary movement. Many obscure diseases, conditions and environmental insults can cause movement disorders but these are often overlooked. This volume expands and differentiates the many varied clinical presentations of movement disorders. Written by an international team of authors, including some of the most prominent clinicians in the field, disorders are defined and expanded in a clinically useful manner. Pathophysiological theories, genetic discoveries, new classifications, differential diagnoses and therapies are discussed extensively. Uncommon Causes of Movement Disorders provides a broad and comprehensive review of the field, concentrating on conditions infrequently seen but essential for practitioners to recognize in order to implement appropriate management. This is a key text for movement disorders specialists and general neurologists at all stages of their career.

Author : James Parkinson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 86 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 1817
Category : Parkinson's disease
ISBN : HARVARD:HC2ATM

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An Essay on the Shaking Palsy by James Parkinson Pdf

Author : Giuliana Grimaldi,Mario Manto
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 556 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2023-11-21
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9783031261282

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Mechanisms and Emerging Therapies in Tremor Disorders by Giuliana Grimaldi,Mario Manto Pdf

Tremor is intimately linked to the numerous interactions of the central and peripheral nervous system components tuning motor control, from the cerebral cortex to the peripheral effectors. Activities of central generators, reflex loop delays, inertia, stiffness, and damping are all factors that influence the features of tremor. This completely updated new edition discusses the pathophysiology of tremor, including membrane mechanisms and rodent models, the advances in genetics, and the musculoskeletal models pertinent to body oscillations. The main forms of tremor encountered during clinical practice are considered, taking into account neuroimaging aspects. The book covers recent advances in methodologies and techniques of assessment and provides practical information for daily management. This new edition is informed by the guidelines of the Tremor Task Force of the International Parkinson and Movement Disorders Society. New chapters include Classification of Tremors, Medically Induced Tremors, Resting State fMRI, and Gabaergic Pathways. In addition to pharmacological treatments, neurosurgical approaches such as deep brain stimulation (DBS) and thalamotomy are discussed. Emerging techniques under development are also introduced.

Author : Sanjay Pandey,Julián Benito León,Sheng-Han Kuo
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 139 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2021-11-15
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9782889716333

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Tremor Syndromes: Current Concepts and Future Perspectives by Sanjay Pandey,Julián Benito León,Sheng-Han Kuo Pdf

Author : Joseph I. Sirven,Barbara L. Malamut
Publisher : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Page : 666 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0781769477

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Clinical Neurology of the Older Adult by Joseph I. Sirven,Barbara L. Malamut Pdf

Now in its Second Edition, this text is the most up-to-date reference on the evaluation and treatment of neurologic problems in older adults. The book is organized so that clinicians can quickly look up either a patient's symptom(s) or a disease, and includes medication charts and diagnostic algorithms. Psychosocial issues such as driving and long-term care options are also addressed. This edition has more information on EMG, evoked potentials, other clinical neurophysiologic procedures, brain imaging, PET scans for dementia screening, and functional imaging in patients with cognitive changes. Updated information on new antiparkinsonian agents and paraneoplastic syndromes is also included.

Author : Leslie J. Findley,Rudy Capildeo
Publisher : Springer
Page : 484 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 1984-06-18
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781349067572

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Movement Disorders: Tremor by Leslie J. Findley,Rudy Capildeo Pdf

Author : Eduardo Rocon,José L. Pons
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 150 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2011-01-19
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783642176586

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Exoskeletons in Rehabilitation Robotics by Eduardo Rocon,José L. Pons Pdf

The new technological advances opened widely the application field of robots. Robots are moving from the classical application scenario with structured industrial environments and tedious repetitive tasks to new application environments that require more interaction with the humans. It is in this context that the concept of Wearable Robots (WRs) has emerged. One of the most exciting and challenging aspects in the design of biomechatronics wearable robots is that the human takes a place in the design, this fact imposes several restrictions and requirements in the design of this sort of devices. The key distinctive aspect in wearable robots is their intrinsic dual cognitive and physical interaction with humans. The key role of a robot in a physical human–robot interaction (pHRI) is the generation of supplementary forces to empower and overcome human physical limits. The crucial role of a cognitive human–robot interaction (cHRI) is to make the human aware of the possibilities of the robot while allowing them to maintain control of the robot at all times. This book gives a general overview of the robotics exoskeletons and introduces the reader to this robotic field. Moreover, it describes the development of an upper limb exoskeleton for tremor suppression in order to illustrate the influence of a specific application in the designs decisions.

Author : Anthony H. V. Schapira
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 1653 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2006-12-18
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780323070539

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Neurology and Clinical Neuroscience E-Book by Anthony H. V. Schapira Pdf

This brand-new text provides you with an easy-to-use, comprehensive reference that features a clinical perspective balanced with relevant basic science. Inside, you'll find discussions of the latest research and how it has led to a greater understanding of the cause of disease, as well as burgeoning tests and the latest therapeutic agents available. From Alzheimer's disease to vestibular system disorders, you'll find the practical guidance you need to diagnose effectively and provide an appropriate therapeutic approach for each individual case. Plus, a templated, four-color design offers you easy access to pertinent information Integrates basic science with clinical neurology to help you better understand neurologic diseases and provide the most accurate diagnosis and best treatment plan for each patient. Discusses the latest research results and offers new information on treatment options. Features the expertise of international authorities, providing a worldwide perspective. Uses a templated, four-color format that makes information accessible and easy to understand—particularly the basic science concepts.

Author : James Chambers
Publisher : Infobase Holdings, Inc
Page : 353 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2021-08-01
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9780780819146

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Movement Disorders Sourcebook, 4th Ed. by James Chambers Pdf

Consumer health information about diagnosis, treatment, and management of Parkinson disease and other hypokinetic and hyperkinetic movement disorders, along with advice for family members and caregivers.