Movement Disorder Treatment at Cleveland Clinic

Movement Disorder Treatment provides specialized evaluation and management for neurological conditions that affect movement, coordination, balance, muscle control and involuntary movements. Treatment is individualized according to the specific movement disorder and may include medication, rehabilitation, botulinum toxin therapy, advanced neurological treatments and surgical evaluation when clinically appropriate.

Price

Price on Request

Why Price on Request?

The cost of movement disorder treatment depends on the type of movement disorder, specialist consultation, neurological evaluation, diagnostic testing, medications, injections, rehabilitation, advanced procedures and follow-up care required. A personalized estimate is provided according to the patient's treatment plan.

Complete Description

What Are Movement Disorders?

Movement disorders are neurological conditions that affect the ability to control voluntary or involuntary movements.

They may cause:

• Tremor

• Slow movement

• Muscle stiffness

• Involuntary movements

• Muscle spasms

• Abnormal posture

• Balance problems

• Walking difficulties

• Coordination problems

Who May Need Movement Disorder Treatment?

Specialized evaluation may be appropriate for patients experiencing:

• Persistent tremor

• Abnormal movements

• Muscle spasms

• Difficulty walking

• Balance problems

• Stiffness

• Slowness of movement

• Involuntary movements

• Abnormal posture

Movement Disorder Consultation

A specialist consultation may include:

• Detailed medical history

• Movement history

• Medication review

• Neurological examination

• Review of previous diagnoses

• Assessment of functional limitations

• Review of previous treatment

Movement Disorder Evaluation

Neurological evaluation may assess:

• Muscle tone

• Tremor

• Coordination

• Balance

• Walking

• Posture

• Speed of movement

• Involuntary movements

• Reflexes

• Neurological function

Types of Movement Disorders

Movement disorder specialists may evaluate conditions such as:

• Parkinson's disease

• Essential tremor

• Dystonia

• Huntington's disease

• Tourette syndrome

• Tics

• Ataxia

• Chorea

• Other neurological movement disorders

Tremor Evaluation and Treatment

Tremor may occur during rest, movement or specific activities.

Specialists may assess:

• Tremor frequency

• Tremor severity

• When symptoms occur

• Effect on daily activities

• Response to medications

Treatment depends on the underlying cause.

Essential Tremor Treatment

Essential tremor can affect the hands, head, voice or other parts of the body.

Treatment may include:

• Medication

• Rehabilitation

• Lifestyle strategies

• Advanced therapy evaluation

• Surgical evaluation for selected patients

Dystonia Treatment

Dystonia can cause involuntary muscle contractions and abnormal postures.

Treatment may involve:

• Oral medications

• Botulinum toxin injections

• Physical therapy

• Occupational therapy

• Advanced neurological treatment

• Surgical evaluation in selected cases

Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders

Movement disorder specialists may provide comprehensive care for patients with Parkinson's disease.

Treatment may focus on:

• Tremor

• Stiffness

• Slow movement

• Balance

• Walking

• Medication fluctuations

• Non-motor symptoms

Huntington's Disease Care

Patients with Huntington's disease may receive multidisciplinary evaluation and management.

Care may address:

• Involuntary movements

• Coordination

• Cognitive symptoms

• Behavioral changes

• Functional limitations

Tic and Tourette Syndrome Treatment

Specialists may evaluate persistent motor or vocal tics and Tourette syndrome.

Treatment may include:

• Behavioral approaches

• Medication

• Neurological evaluation

• Psychiatric support when appropriate

• Advanced treatment for selected cases

Ataxia Evaluation

Ataxia can affect balance, coordination and controlled movement.

Evaluation may involve:

• Neurological examination

• Medical history

• Brain imaging

• Laboratory testing

• Genetic evaluation when appropriate

Treatment depends on the underlying cause.

Botulinum Toxin Treatment

Botulinum toxin injections may be used for selected movement disorders.

They may help reduce:

• Muscle spasms

• Abnormal muscle contractions

• Certain forms of dystonia

• Selected tremors or related symptoms

Treatment is individualized according to the affected muscles and condition.

Medication Management

Medication may be used to manage movement disorder symptoms.

Treatment may involve:

• Starting medication

• Adjusting dosage

• Changing medications

• Combining therapies

• Monitoring effectiveness and side effects

Deep Brain Stimulation Evaluation

Selected patients with certain movement disorders may be evaluated for deep brain stimulation (DBS).

Assessment may consider:

• Diagnosis

• Symptom severity

• Medication response

• Functional limitations

• Overall health

• Cognitive and psychiatric factors

Movement Disorder Surgery

Surgical treatment may be considered for selected patients whose symptoms remain difficult to control with appropriate medical treatment.

The decision requires comprehensive neurological and surgical evaluation.

Physical Therapy for Movement Disorders

Physical therapy may focus on:

• Strength

• Balance

• Walking

• Flexibility

• Posture

• Coordination

• Fall prevention

Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapy may help patients manage daily activities affected by movement problems.

Therapy may address:

• Dressing

• Eating

• Writing

• Household activities

• Workplace tasks

• Safety and independence

Speech and Swallowing Therapy

Some movement disorders may affect speech or swallowing.

Specialized therapy may focus on:

• Speech clarity

• Voice control

• Communication

• Swallowing safety

• Functional communication

Movement Disorder Rehabilitation

A multidisciplinary rehabilitation program may combine:

• Physical therapy

• Occupational therapy

• Speech therapy

• Balance training

• Functional movement exercises

• Mobility training

Advanced Movement Disorder Treatment

Patients with complex or treatment-resistant movement disorders may undergo evaluation for advanced treatment options.

Depending on the condition, these may include:

• Deep brain stimulation

• Botulinum toxin therapy

• Advanced medication delivery

• Surgical procedures

• Other specialized interventions

Long-Term Movement Disorder Management

Ongoing care may monitor:

• Symptom progression

• Medication response

• Functional ability

• Mobility

• Balance

• Treatment side effects

• Quality of life

Movement Disorder Second Opinion

Patients with an existing diagnosis may seek a movement disorder second opinion.

Specialists may review:

• Neurology reports

• Brain imaging

• Medication history

• Previous treatment

• Movement assessments

• Proposed advanced therapies

International Patients

International patients should provide relevant medical records whenever possible.

Useful documents may include:

• Neurology reports

• MRI or CT scans

• Previous diagnostic reports

• Medication history

• Treatment records

• Rehabilitation reports

• Genetic testing results when applicable

• Current medication list

Benefits of Specialized Movement Disorder Treatment

Specialized care may help:

• Identify the type of movement disorder

• Determine possible underlying causes

• Manage tremor

• Reduce abnormal movements

• Improve mobility and balance

• Optimize medication treatment

• Provide botulinum toxin therapy when appropriate

• Evaluate advanced treatments

• Assess suitability for DBS

• Support rehabilitation and long-term management

Why Choose Cleveland Clinic for Movement Disorder Treatment?

Cleveland Clinic provides multidisciplinary movement disorder care involving neurologists, movement disorder specialists, neurosurgeons, rehabilitation specialists, physical therapists, occupational therapists and speech therapists.

This coordinated approach allows complex movement disorders to be evaluated and managed according to the patient's individual symptoms and treatment needs.

Cost & Price on Request

Price: Price on Request

The total cost depends on the type of movement disorder and services required.

Potential costs may include:

• Movement disorder consultation

• Neurological evaluation

• Diagnostic testing

• Medications

• Botulinum toxin injections

• Physical therapy

• Occupational therapy

• Speech therapy

• DBS evaluation

• Surgical treatment when appropriate

• Follow-up consultations

A personalized cost estimate should be requested according to the patient's individual treatment plan.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What movement disorders can be treated?

Movement disorder care may address Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, dystonia, Huntington's disease, Tourette syndrome, tics, ataxia and other neurological movement conditions.

2. Can movement disorders be treated with medication?

Yes. Depending on the condition, medications may help control tremor, stiffness, involuntary movements, muscle spasms and other symptoms.

3. What is deep brain stimulation?

Deep brain stimulation is an implant-based neurological treatment that uses electrical stimulation to help control symptoms in selected patients with certain movement disorders.

4. Can botulinum toxin injections help movement disorders?

Yes. Botulinum toxin may be used for selected conditions involving abnormal muscle contractions, spasms and certain forms of dystonia.

5. How much does movement disorder treatment cost?

Price is available on request. The final cost depends on consultation, diagnostic testing, medications, injections, rehabilitation, advanced therapies and follow-up care.

Product Details

Product Name: Movement Disorder Treatment

Hospital: Cleveland Clinic

Brand: Cleveland Clinic

Country: United States

Specialty: Neurology & Neurosurgery

Service Type: Movement Disorder Treatment

Customer-Facing Price: Price on Request

International Patients: Available

Location: Cleveland, Ohio, USA