Movement Disorders
The Cedars-Sinai Movement Disorders Program provides focused expertise, treatment and research center for a full range of movement disorders:
- Parkinson's Disease
- Dystonia
- Essential tremor
- Huntington's disease
- Lewy body dementia (LBD)
- Progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP)
- Secondary Parkinson's disease
- Tourette's syndrome
A Full Spectrum of Treatment Options
Patients with movement disorders are initially treated with medications designed to stimulate the dopamine system or to mimic its controlling effect on other nerve cells. Management of medications to achieve optimal functioning can often be a complex process that requires expert neurologic consultation. Once conventional drug therapies are no longer effective, patients may benefit from surgical intervention.
The Movement Disorders Program at Cedars-Sinai is a vital resource for individuals with Parkinson's disease or other movement disorders. The program provides comprehensive services and information, including:
- Medication assessment
- Treatment plan evaluation
- Information about surgical alternatives
- Deep Brain Stimulation
An Integrated Team of Experts
Because of the unique nature of Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders, the Movement Disorders Program provides an interdisciplinary approach to patient care that addresses both the physical and emotional problems that can accompany chronic illness. Educational materials, referrals to support groups and community resources are available as needed.
At the Movement Disorders Program, neurologists develop a comprehensive treatment plan customized to fit each patient's individual needs. Depending on the case, consultation is also provided to the patient by one or more experts at Cedars-Sinai, including:
- Neurologists
- Neuropsychologists
- Neuroradiologists
- Neurosurgeons
- Nurses
- Occupational Therapists
- Physical Therapists
- Social Workers
- Speech-Language Pathologists
Patient Resources and Support
Cedars-Sinai has partnered with the American Parkinson Disease Association to establish the American Parkinson Disease Association Information and Referral Center at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.
- American Parkinson's Disease Association Information and Referral Center at Cedars-Sinai
- Parkinson's Disease Support Groups
Other Resources
Many national and international organizations provide valuable information about Parkinson's Disease on their websites, including:
- American Parkinson Disease Association, Inc.
- World Parkinson Disease Association
- Young Onset Parkinson's Disease
- WE MOVE
- National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
- Parkinson's Action Network
For an appointment, a second opinion or more information, please call 1-800-CEDARS-1 (1-800-233-2771) or e-mail us.
