At IBS Hospital, we understand the intricate nature of movement disorders and are dedicated to providing specialized care tailored to your needs. Our expert team combines advanced medical knowledge with genuine compassion to guide you through every step of your journey. With personalized interventions and a holistic approach, we aim to empower you to regain control and embrace a fulfilling life.
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What are Movement Disorders?
A movement disorder refers to a broad category of neurodegenerative conditions characterized by abnormal movement patterns, such as uncontrollable jerks, seizures, bradykinesia, spasms, and tremors. These disorders vary in presentation and may progress, leading to challenging complications. They can significantly impact daily activities and may even cause psychological struggles. Personalized diagnosis and management are crucial for improving patients’ quality of life.
What are some common Movement Disorders?
Parkinson’s Disease - Uncontrollable movements, jerks, and bradykinesia.
Dystonia - Involuntary muscle contractions.
Ataxia - Impairs coordination, balance, and speech.
Huntington’s - Inherited neuron breakdown in the brain.
Chorea - Sudden, uncontrollable jerks in limbs or face.
Tourette syndrome - Tics and repetitive sounds in children
Recognising the Symptoms of Movement Disorders
Movement disorder symptoms can progress at a slow pace and vary in severity. Some common symptoms include:
- Spasticity or muscle stiffness
- Bradykinesia, or slowed movement
- Akinesia or impairment of voluntary movement
- Muscle contractions
- Problems with swallowing
- Speech-related abnormalities
- Cognitive and behavioural abnormalities
What are the causes of Movement Disorders?
Movement disorders are neurological syndromes that drastically impact a person’s movement by affecting its speed, ease and fluency. Some of the factors that may contribute to the same include:
- Genetic abnormalities
- Severe infection
- Stroke and other vascular diseases
- Use of certain drugs and medicines
- Injury to the brain or spinal cord
- An underlying metabolic disorder
- Exposure to certain toxins
Diagnosis of Movement Disorders
Diagnosing movement disorders involves evaluating medical history, symptoms, and conducting a physical exam. No specific test can diagnose all movement disorders. Recordings of movements may aid in creating personalized treatment plans to address specific symptoms
Management / Treatment of Movement Disorders at IBS Hospital
At IBS Hospitals, our renowned team of movement disorder specialists offers leading-edge interventions for diagnosis and management of movement disorders. We conduct genetic testing to aid families affected by these conditions. While no permanent cure exists, we provide effective symptom management and slow disease progression. These include:
- Physical, occupational, and speech therapy
- Practical and emotional support for you and your family, including support groups
- Psychological and psychiatric counselling and evaluation
- Surgery, including deep brain stimulation
- Emerging treatments newly available through clinical trials
Our team of experts that make it possible
Meet the team of highly specialised and experienced neurosurgeons, neurologists, orthopedicians, and other experts in the field of neurology and spine care. Our team is dedicated to providing personalised and compassionate care to each patient, with the goal of helping them achieve the best possible outcomes.
IBS Hospital Empowers Your Treatment with Cutting-edge Technology
We continuously incorporate cutting-edge technologies from around the world into our offerings, such as a surgical system that allows for precise and confident complex procedures. We use magnetic stimulation to treat certain neurological conditions and create personalised brain maps for tailored treatment plans. Nerve monitoring during surgeries ensures the nervous system is not compromised, and a robotic exoskeleton aids in mobility issues. Our goal at IBS Hospital is to provide the best care possible, utilising the latest and most innovative technologies available.
