Neurology Exam Prep Podcast Episode 2 - Movement Disorders
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Jan 11, 2020 Dr. Sara Schaefer discusses movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease, drug-induced movement disorders, tremor types, dystonia, and more. She covers the differences between rigidity and spasticity, pharmacological and surgical treatment options for Parkinson's disease, pathology in movement disorders, Huntington's disease, rubral tremor characteristics, and treatment strategies for various movement disorders.
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Huntington's Motor and Psychiatric Symptoms
- Evaluate Huntington's motor features including chorea and motor impersistence like tongue protrusion and milkmaid grip.
- Monitor psychiatric symptoms including depression, anxiety, and psychosis for comprehensive care.
Managing Drug-Induced Movement Disorders
- Identify medication causes in acute movement syndromes like NMS, serotonin syndrome, and Parkinsonism hyperpyrexia.
- Treat by correcting medication issues and provide supportive care to prevent complications.
Tardive Dyskinesia and Dystonia Treatment
- Treat acute dystonic reactions with anticholinergics or antihistamines and stop offending dopamine-blocking meds.
- Use dopamine-depleting drugs like valbenazine for long-term tardive dyskinesia after gradual medication withdrawal.