Movement disorders: Helping you live your best life

When you’re referred to UW Health for a movement disorder like essential tremor, Parkinson’s disease or dystonia, you’ll get experienced doctors who understand your condition and your needs. We focus on your comfort, safety and ability to function.

Conditions

Experienced in a variety of conditions

Through the most advanced treatments, education and personal support we help you better manage your condition. Often, small adjustments to your day-to-day living can help you have a fulfilling, happy life.

There are many types of movement disorders. They’re all different but can all be frightening. We work with people of all ages to support you in body and mind.

Treatments and research

Helping you move forward

The treatment you’ll need depends on your condition. We treat all types of movement disorders, including extensive services for Parkinson’s disease and are a designated Huntington's Disease Center of Excellence.

We offer both common therapies and surgeries not available everywhere. Most movement disorders are not curable. But we’ll work to find the best treatments to control the physical, emotional or cognitive challenges your condition brings. Our goal is to help you have the best possible quality of life.

Meet our team

A team that offers help and hope

Movement disorders affect your physical well-being and your mental health. Our team can address all your health needs. Neurologists will direct your overall care.

Neurosurgeons will be involved if surgery is part of your treatment. Neuropsychologists evaluate cognitive function from a diagnostic standpoint. Health Psychologists help with the emotional aspects of your condition. Others, such as physical, occupational, and speech therapists, social workers, genetic counselors and nutritionists, may also have roles in your care.

Locations

The care you need

We evaluate and treat movement disorders through our neurology clinic and dedicated movement disorder clinic in Madison.

Patient support and resources

Help yourself as we help you

Your care team will give you education and support. We offer seminars, support groups and online resources that may be helpful as well.