Movement Disorders
Movement disorders are neurologic conditions that cause abnormal voluntary or involuntary movements, or slowed movement. Causes range from genetic to acquired neurodegenerative diseases.
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Common Categories
- Hypokinetic — Parkinson's disease (slow movement)
- Hyperkinetic — tremor, dystonia, chorea, tics, myoclonus
- Ataxias — coordination problems
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References
- NINDS. Movement Disorders Resources.