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What is the definition of Primary Orthostatic Tremor?
Primary orthostatic tremor is a rare, progressive movement disorder that causes unsteadiness when standing still, due to a rapid tremor affecting the legs and trunk. The tremor is sometimes described as having 'shaky legs,' and it improves or disappears when walking, sitting, or lying down. This may cause people with Primary orthostatic tremor to attempt to sit again or walk immediately after standing, for fear of falling. People with POT may also experience tiredness, physical exhaustion, muscle stiffness or weakness, and/or pain. The diagnosis of POT relies on a clinical exam as well as a specialized test called a surface electromyogram (EMG), which measures electrical activity in the muscles. The cause of POT is not completely understood, but the disorder is thought to involve dysfunction of the brain's ability to regulate nerve signals that control muscle activity.
What are the alternative names for Primary Orthostatic Tremor?
  • Primary orthostatic tremor
  • OT
  • Orthostatic tremor, primary
  • POT
  • Shaky leg syndrome
Who are the top Primary Orthostatic Tremor Local Doctors?
Distinguished in Primary Orthostatic Tremor
Distinguished in Primary Orthostatic Tremor
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Avera Brain & Spine Institute — Plaza 2

1301 S Cliff Ave Plaza 2, Suite 610, 
Sioux Falls, SD 
605-322-7270
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English
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Andrew Ridder is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Dr. Ridder is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Orthostatic Tremor. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Primary Orthostatic Tremor, and Drug Induced Dyskinesia. Dr. Ridder is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology. Dr. Ridder is currently accepting new patients.

Distinguished in Primary Orthostatic Tremor
Distinguished in Primary Orthostatic Tremor
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Avera Medical Group Neurology — Plaza 2

1301 S Cliff Ave Plaza 2, Suite 506, 
Sioux Falls, SD 
605-504-0100
Languages Spoken:
English
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Todd Zimprich is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Dr. Zimprich is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Orthostatic Tremor. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Primary Orthostatic Tremor, Memory Loss, Myasthenia Gravis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Zimprich is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology. Dr. Zimprich is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Dr. Gregory D. Reckamp
Family Medicine
Advanced in Primary Orthostatic Tremor
Dr. Gregory D. Reckamp
Family Medicine
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OSF Saint Katharine - Center For Health

1307 West Washington Street Suite 145, 
Oregon, IL 
815-732-3151
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Gregory Reckamp is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Oregon, Illinois. Dr. Reckamp is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Orthostatic Tremor. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Primary Orthostatic Tremor, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Endoscopy. Dr. Reckamp is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Reckamp is currently accepting new patients.

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What are the latest Primary Orthostatic Tremor Clinical Trials?
The Use of the CUE1/CUE1+ Device in People With Idiopathic Parkinson's Disease and Related Disorders: A Feasibility Study
The Use of the CUE1/CUE1+ Device in People With Idiopathic Parkinson's Disease and Related Disorders: A Feasibility Study
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: November 21, 2024
Intervention Type: Device
Study Phase: Not Applicable

Summary: People with Parkinson's disease (PD) commonly experience a range of both motor (e.g., bradykinesia, rigidity, tremor, and postural instability) and non-motor (e.g., fatigue, psychiatric and behavioural disturbances, autonomic dysfunction, cognitive impairment, sleep dysfunction and olfactory loss) features. Currently, it is challenging to alleviate these symptoms with first-line treatment, the med...

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center