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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?
Advanced in Primary Orthostatic Tremor
Dr. Sarah A. Dodwell
Neurology
Advanced in Primary Orthostatic Tremor
Dr. Sarah A. Dodwell
Neurology

Mainehealth

22 Bramhall St, 
Portland, ME 
 (5.3 mi)
207-885-9905
Languages Spoken:
English
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Sarah Dodwell is a Neurologist in Portland, Maine. Dr. Dodwell and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Orthostatic Tremor. Her top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Secondary Parkinsonism, Essential Tremor, and Drug Induced Dyskinesia. Dr. Dodwell is currently accepting new patients.

Advanced in Primary Orthostatic Tremor
Dr. Michael S. Kleinman
Neurology | Neurosurgery
Advanced in Primary Orthostatic Tremor
Dr. Michael S. Kleinman
Neurology | Neurosurgery

Mainehealth

22 Bramhall St, 
Portland, ME 
 (5.3 mi)
207-885-9905
Languages Spoken:
English, Samoan, Sign Language
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Michael Kleinman is a Neurologist and a Neurosurgery provider in Portland, Maine. Dr. Kleinman and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Orthostatic Tremor. His top areas of expertise are Myotonic Dystrophy, Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2, Paramyotonia Congenita, and Parkinson's Disease. Dr. Kleinman is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Experienced in Primary Orthostatic Tremor
Dr. William P. Stamey
Neurology
Experienced in Primary Orthostatic Tremor
Dr. William P. Stamey
Neurology

Mainehealth

22 Bramhall St, 
Portland, ME 
 (5.3 mi)
207-885-9905
Languages Spoken:
English
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William Stamey is a Neurologist in Portland, Maine. Dr. Stamey and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Orthostatic Tremor. His top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Andermann Syndrome, Septic Arthritis, and Tomaculous Neuropathy. Dr. Stamey 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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Modulating Dysfunctional Cerebellar Activity With Low-intensity Focused Ultrasound Stimulation for Primary Orthostatic Tremor
Modulating Dysfunctional Cerebellar Activity With Low-intensity Focused Ultrasound Stimulation for Primary Orthostatic Tremor
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: February 15, 2024
Intervention Type: Device
Study Phase: Not Applicable

Summary: Primary orthostatic tremor (POT) is a rare movement disorder that is manifested through high frequency tremor of weight bearing limbs. This is often accompanied by a debilitating sensation of falling. POT has been linked to abnormal activity of the cerebellum, a structure deep within the brain. However, established non-invasive brain stimulation techniques can only modulate brain activity and plas...

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