What is the movement disorder Society?
The International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society (MDS) is a professional society of more than 11,000 clinicians, scientists and other healthcare professionals dedicated to improving the care of patients with movement disorders through education and research.
Is movement disorders a peer reviewed journal?
Movement Disorders is a peer-reviewed journal covering all topics of the field, both in clinical and basic science. Subscribers receive supplements on special topics in addition to 14 regular issues of the journal each year.
Can movement disorders cure?
In many cases, movement disorders cannot be cured, and the goal of treatment is to minimize symptoms and relieve pain. Some are severe and progressive, impairing your ability to move and speak.
What drugs cause movement disorders?
Stimulant drugs (e.g., amphetamine, methylphenidate, and pemoline) have been known to produce a variety of movement disorders such as dyskinesias, dystonia, stereotypic behavior, and tics. The most common movement disorders associated with TCAs are myoclonus and tremor.
How do you control movement disorders?
Treating Movement Disorders
- Drug therapies to control your symptoms.
- Physical or occupational therapy to help maintain or restore your ability to control your movements.
- Botulinum toxin injections to help prevent muscle contractions.
How many movement disorders professionals are there in the world?
Please wait while we gather your results. Join over 11,000 movement disorders professionals across the globe in working to disseminate knowledge and promote research to advance the field.
What is the name of the Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society?
Name Change. In 2013, The Movement Disorder Society officially changed its name to The International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society, in order to recognize the growing importance of Parkinson’s disease care and research within the field of Movement Disorders.
What is the Pan American Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders Congress?
There will be a focus on basic science, clinical care and health delivery for individuals and populations with movement disorders in the different regions in the MDS-PAS. We encourage you to join us for the 4 th Pan American Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Congress; February 4-6, 2022 in Miami, FL, USA.
Why have you been involved with MDS?
I have been involved with MDS for many years. I have enjoyed the collegiality and common aims that all members of the global MDS community have to support, mentor, educate and inspire each other to ultimately help patients with movement disorders.
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