Tardive dyskinesia (TD) is an involuntary movement disorder caused by long-term dopamine-blocking medications. Prolonged use may create chemical imbalances in brain areas controlling movement.

Parkinson’s disease is the second most common neurodegenerative disorder after Alzheimer’s disease. Many people still don’t fully understand the nature of Parkinson’s disease, and far less may be able ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Q: My cousin was diagnosed with dystonia, what is this? A: Dystonia is a disorder of involuntary muscle contractions that may ...

Neuromuscular diseases are conditions that affect your nerve and muscle function. Neuromuscular disorders affect your peripheral nerves—the nerves outside your brain and spinal cord. Types of ...

For most people, swallowing is second nature, but how does it occur, and why do some people have difficulty with it? Researchers at Kyushu University in Japan have started to tackle these questions by ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. When we think of movement disorders, the tremors associated with Parkinson’s disease are probably what first spring to mind.

Tom Davies was diagnosed with motor neuron disease (MND) at 29, which has left him unable to walk or eat. Doctors believe his ...

Mr. Bipin's subtle tremors and slowed movements foreshadowed a Parkinson's diagnosis, a progressive neurological disorder affecting millions. Beyond visible motor symptoms like tremors and stiffness, ...

Q: My cousin was diagnosed with dystonia, what is this? A: Dystonia is a disorder of involuntary muscle contractions that may cause repetitive and/or abnormal movement or postures, for example ...