Movement Disorders

Movement disorders encompass a diverse group of neurological conditions characterized by abnormal and involuntary movements or challenges in movement control. These conditions can significantly impact daily activities and overall quality of life. Dr. Praveen Gupta, a distinguished neurologist in Gurugram, specializes in providing comprehensive treatment for movement disorders, addressing their various causes and manifestations.

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Understanding Movement Disorders

Movement disorders arise from multiple factors, including genetics, brain injuries, infections, and medications. Parkinson’s disease is a well-known example, featuring tremors, rigidity, slowness of movement, and instability. Dr. Praveen Gupta’s expertise in movement disorder treatment involves tailoring interventions such as dopamine-increasing medications, physical therapy, and lifestyle adjustments to effectively manage Parkinson’s disease symptoms.

Different Types of Movement Disorders

Essential Tremor and Effective Interventions

Essential tremor, characterized by involuntary hand shaking, can impact daily functions like writing and eating. While not life-threatening, it can significantly affect quality of life. Utilizing medications like beta-blockers or antiseizure drugs, and, when appropriate, surgical options to alleviate essential tremor.

Addressing Dystonia

Dystonia involves sustained muscle contractions causing repetitive or twisting movements. It can affect specific body parts or be generalized. Dr. Praveen Gupta’s employs treatments such as botulinum toxin injections, medications, physical therapy, and surgical interventions to provide relief from dystonia’s challenging symptoms.

Huntington’s Disease

Huntington’s disease, a genetic movement disorder, progresses to motor dysfunction, cognitive decline, and psychiatric symptoms. While a cure remains elusive, Dr. Praveen Gupta’s offers medications and supportive therapies to manage symptoms and enhance quality of life for those with Huntington’s disease.

Tourette Syndrome

Tourette syndrome manifests as motor and vocal tics, impacting daily life. Dr. Praveen Gupta’s expertise includes utilising behavioural therapies and medications to effectively manage tics and associated symptoms.

Treatment for Movement Disorders

Successful management of movement disorders often involves a collaborative effort. Dr. Gupta coordinates with neurologists, physical and occupational therapists, speech therapists, and mental health professionals to create individualised treatment plans. These plans focus on symptom control, functional improvement, and overall well-being, reflecting the latest advancements in movement disorder research.

If you or a loved one is grappling with movement disorders, seek the expertise of Dr. Praveen Gupta’s, a leading neurologist in Gurugram. With a comprehensive and personalized approach, he strives to enhance your quality of life and provide effective treatment for movement disorders. Contact Dr. Praveen Gupta today to begin your journey towards better neurological health

Dr. Praveen Gupta

Speciality: Neurologist
Experience: 18 years of experience
Hospital: Fortis Memorial Research Institute

About Doctor:

Dr. Praveen Gupta is PRINCIPAL DIRECTOR NEUROLOGY at Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram.
Dr. Praveen Gupta has established two departments in his 18 years of career in Neurology in two large corporate hospitals in Paras and Artemis seeing largest no. of OPD (100 Patient per day) and IPD (50 patient per day).
Credit of starting first stroke centre in Gurgaon and first to use solitaire for mechanical thrombolysis also started DBS in Gurgaon and DBS for epilepsy in Asia. Read More

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Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI)

Number of beds: 1000
ICU Beds: 298
Airport Distance: 17 KMs

About Hospital:

Fortis Memorial Research Institute was established in 2001.
It is an outstanding multi-speciality quaternary care hospital,having the top-notch infrastructure, advanced equipment, highly qualified and experienced medical professionals and super sub-specialists.
Fortis Hosptial Gurgaon is an advanced centre of excellence in Robotic Surgery, Neurosciences, Oncology, Renal Sciences, BMT, Organ Transplants, Orthopaedics, Cardiac Sciences and Obstetrics & Gynaecology. Read More

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