Despite modern high-throughput sequencing, the genetic cause of most rare movement disorders remains unclear. A research team ...

Despite modern high-throughput sequencing, the genetic cause of most rare movement disorders remains unclear. A research team in Bochum and Tübingen has now solved one piece of the puzzle: The ...

Ataxia has no cure. There are no medications that can specifically treat and cure the symptoms of ataxias. However, medications may ease the symptoms by treating the underlying condition that causes ...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Twenty years ago, Frederick Pepper, at 60 years old, knew something was wrong. After a misdiagnosis for vertigo, a doctor found what was causing Pepper's unbalance. "That doctor ...

Friedreich’s ataxia is a chronic, progressive neurological condition that leads to impaired muscle coordination. This can affect balance and mobility as well as speech and heart health. Friedreich’s ...

Previously, the group investigated two models of dystonia, a different motor disorder, and demonstrated that preventing brainstem neurons from communicating with the cerebellum disturbed sleep. 4 ...

The former Bachelor Australia contestant shared a personal essay Friday for Mamamia, describing what she called mourning a ...

Q: How can I know that I am suffering from spinocerebellar ataxia? A: If you have problems with maintaining your balance while standing or walking, difficulty speaking, or eye movements, you could be ...

Friedreich ataxia (FA) is a rare, hereditary neurodegenerative disease that causes difficulties with coordination and balance and reduces lifespan. The disease affects approximately 1 in 50,000 people ...

One of the greatest risks of vitamin B12 deficiency is damage to the nervous system, due to low myelin levels. Failure to treat the signs within six months could result in permanent damage, so ...

The NFL and NFL Players Association added a new set of criteria a player must meet to return to play under its new concussion protocol, barring any player exhibiting signs of ataxia from re-entering a ...