Contact Information
For information about treatment of Movement Disorders at West Virginia University, or referrals please contact:
Becky Dewitt, Clinical Coordinator
(304) 598-4866
PO Box 7821
1 Stadium Drive
3rd Floor WV Eye Institute
Morgantown, WV 26506
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An estimated 40 million Americans have movement disorders, a term that includes more than 30 disorders.
Most patients can find significant relief with modern treatments, including medications, surgery, injections, physical therapy, and implantable devices.
Movement disorders originate deep in the brain. They affect both children and adults. The symptoms vary widely, making diagnosis sometimes difficult. Causes are often unknown but may include genetic and environmental factors, injury to the brain such as stroke, the side effects of medications, and others.
Most movement disorders are chronic, and some are progressive. Few are curable. Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor, and restless leg syndrome are among the more common movement disorders. The disorders range from the mildly distressing to those that seriously threaten health and life. Depression and other mental problems are often associated with movement disorders.
