Was ist eine spinale Ataxie?
Spinale Ataxie: Definition und Symptome Bei der spinale n Ataxie sind die normalen Bewegungsabläufe „in Unordnung“. Die Betroffenen haben unregelmäßige und unkoordinierte Bewegungen, die Abstimmungen der einzelnen Muskelgruppen scheinen nicht zu stimmen.
Was ist der Unterschied zwischen Ataxie und apraxie?
Die Ataxie ist zu unterscheiden von der Apraxie, bei der die Muskelinnervation und das motorische System intakt sind, die Planung der Bewegungen jedoch nicht mehr gelingt.
What is ataxia and can it be cured?
This condition happens when the part of the brain called the cerebellum is damaged. There is no cure for ataxia, but the symptoms can be treated. What is ataxia? Ataxia is the term for a group of neurological diseases (diseases related to the nervous system) that affect movement and coordination.
Can ataxia symptoms get worse over time?
Most people with ataxia have symptoms that get worse with each year. Treatment is necessary to control symptoms and improve quality of life. In other people, doctors can treat the underlying cause of ataxia with medication. With effective treatment, their symptoms may stay the same or even improve over time.
Is there a support group for people with ataxia?
If there are no Support Groups in your area, try one of our virtual support group options. This is an online group for anyone affected by Ataxia. Persons with Ataxia, friends, and family members are all welcome! You must have Ataxia yourself and be ages 16-30 to join this group. Parents/Spouses/Friends of people with Ataxia are not permitted.
What is ataxia telangiectasia (AT)?
Ataxia telangiectasia (AT): Also known as Louis-Bar Syndrome, AT is an inherited condition. It typically develops in babies or young children. A common symptom of this type of ataxia is the appearance of enlarged (dilated) blood vessels known as telangiectasias in the eyes and on the skin of the face.