MOVEMENT DISORDERS
What is a Movement Disorder?
Movement disorders refer to a group of neurological conditions that affect the speed, quality, and control of movement. These disorders may cause too little movement, excessive and involuntary involuntary movement, abnormal postures or tremors.
Who Are Movement Disorder Specialists?
Movement Disorder Specialists are Neurologists with advanced training in the diagnosis and management of complex movement-related conditions.
At Integrated Neurology, all of our Neurologists have undergone subspecialty training in movement disorders and are highly experienced in managing both common and rare conditions affecting movement and posture.
Conditions We Treat
Our team manages a wide range of movement disorders, including:
- Parkinson’s Disease
- Atypical Parkinsonian syndromes' such as MSA, PSP and CBD
- Medication-induced parkinsonism
- Dystonia (abnormal postures and twisting movements)
- Chorea, Athetosis, Ballismus
- Myoclonus (sudden muscle jerks)
- Tourette’s Syndrome and other tic disorders
- Huntington’s Disease
- Other genetic and metabolic movement disorders
Our Approach to Diagnosis
An accurate diagnosis is essential for effective treatment. Our neurologists conduct comprehensive bedside assessments, focusing on how movement is initiated, controlled, and performed. Depending on clinical findings, additional investigations may include:
- MRI or nuclear medicine brain scans (e.g. DaTscan)
- Blood tests for metabolic or genetic markers
- Nerve conduction studies or EMG (when needed)