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Movement disorders can make daily life challenging, but with the right care and treatment, you can regain confidence and mobility. At Green Nature Pharmacy, we provide expert guidance, research-backed treatments, and holistic support tailored to your needs.
Understanding Movement Disorders
Movement disorders are conditions that affect how your body moves. They can make your hands shake, your muscles feel stiff, or even make it hard to walk properly. These disorders happen because something is wrong with the way your brain controls movement.
Some movement disorders get worse over time, while others stay the same. The good news is that treatments, medications, and lifestyle changes can help manage symptoms and improve daily life.
Let’s take a closer look at two common movement disorders:
Parkinson’s Disease: Managing the Journey
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological condition that affects movement, muscle control, and balance. It happens when the brain doesn’t make enough of a chemical called dopamine—which is important for movement. Without enough dopamine, movements become slow, shaky, and stiff.
Common Symptoms:
- Tremors – Uncontrollable shaking, usually in the hands or fingers.
- Slow Movement (Bradykinesia) – Reduced ability to move quickly or start new movements.
- Muscle Stiffness: Your muscles may feel tense or tight, making it hard to move your arms or legs freely.
Essential Tremor: More Than Just Shaking
Essential Tremor (ET) is a neurological disorder that causes involuntary and rhythmic shaking, primarily in the hands, head, or voice. Unlike Parkinson’s, ET does not cause muscle stiffness or slow movement, but it can significantly impact daily tasks like writing, eating, and speaking.
Common Symptoms:
- Shaking Hands: The most noticeable symptom is tremors that get worse when you try to do something, like holding a cup, writing, or eating with a spoon.
- Head Nodding: Some people experience involuntary head movements, where their head shakes slightly up and down or side to side.
- Shaky Voice: In some cases, essential tremor can affect the vocal cords, making a person’s voice sound shaky.
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