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Tremor and MS
Information about how tremor affects people in different ways and the ways to help you cope.



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Tremor

Like other MS symptoms, tremor can affect people in different ways. Treatment for tremor are limited, but there are ways to help you cope.

 
» Causes and types of tremor
  • What causes tremor?
  • Are there different types of tremor?
  • Does tremor only occur in the hand or arm?
  • Does tremor occur when you are asleep?


» Drug treatments to help manage tremor
  • Are there drug treatments available to help manage tremor?
  • Are drug treatments for tremor effective?
  • Is there any research into new drug treatments for tremor?


» Effects of tremor on people with MS
  • Is everyone with MS affected by tremor?
  • Is tremor always related to MS?
  • Is tremor different in the different types of MS?
  • How does tremor impact on everyday life?


» Emotional and financial support with managing tremor
  • If tremor is a problem can I get any help at home?
  • Is there any counselling and emotional support available to help manage tremor?


» Getting advice and treatment for tremor
  • Who should I speak to for advice and assistance on tremor?
  • How do healthcare professionals work together to help manage different aspects of tremor?
  • What sort of treatments are available to treat tremor?


» Practical ways to manage tremor
  • What can I do to actively help manage tremor?
  • How can rehabilitation medicine help manage tremor?
  • How can physiotherapists and occupational therapists help manage tremor?
  • What sort of techniques will physiotherapists use to help manage tremor?
  • What kind of things might an occupational therapist suggest?