You’ve heard about it in the news, perhaps in conjunction with Michael J. Fox and Ozzy Osbourne, but what’s Parkinson’s disease? Parkinson’s is a brain disorder, and its symptoms include:
- Slower and more difficult movements, such as walking or buttoning a shirt
- Poor balance
- Tremors (trembling) when you’re not moving
Parkinson’s Diagnosis?
Treating Parkinson’s
Parkinson’s falls under the umbrella of movement disorders, which all include involuntary, abnormal movements. It can be complex to treat. UVA neurosurgeons use a technique called deep brain stimulation (DBS), which doesn’t cure the disorder but can reduce symptoms.
Watch the video to learn more about movement disorders and DBS from two UVA neurosurgeons.
A few years ago, I had been diagnosed with essenial tremors. I would like to set up an appointment with Dr. Elias, if possible. Please advise me if I can do this by this message or provide me with a phone number to call his office. I appreciate your help in this matter. My home phone number is 540-261-1831 or cell number is 540-570-2412. My email address is listed below. Thank you!
Kaye, thanks for your interest. You can call our movement disorders clinic at 434.924.2706 to make an appointment with Dr. Elias.
Thank you for the phone no. and also for receiving a call from Karen at Dr. Elias’ office.
You’re welcome! Glad to hear you talked to Karen.