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Essential Tremor
Essential tremor is one of the most common movement disorders seen in clinical practice. There is no preference for either gender, but the prevalence increases with age, approaching five percent in those over 65. There is no specific treatment or cure, although various medications can ease the severity of tremor. Surgical treatment with thalamotomy or thalamic deep brain stimulation is available in to clinically eligible candidates.
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National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
International Tremor Foundation
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This material is provided for information purposes only and does not necessarily represent endorsement by or an official position of the Department of Neurology, Carver College of Medicine, or the University of Iowa. Advice on the treatment or care of an individual patient should be obtained through consultation with a physician who has examined that patient or is familiar with that patient's medical history. Please do not send personal inquiries.
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