Northwest Neurological diagnoses and treats conditions that affect how the brain coordinates movement, including Parkinson’s disease, tremor disorders, and dystonia.

We combine cutting-edge therapies, personalized care plans, and multidisciplinary support to reduce symptoms and improve motor function and quality of life. From initial evaluation and imaging to medication optimization and botulinum toxin, our experienced team tailors treatments to each patient’s goals, lifestyle, and unique clinical profile.

Movement Disorders Treated

Blepharospasm is a neurological movement disorder in which the muscles around the eyes contract involuntarily, causing frequent blinking, eyelid twitching, or forced eyelid closure that the person cannot control.

Dystonia is a movement disorder in which muscles contract involuntarily, causing twisting, repetitive movements or abnormal postures that a person cannot fully control. These muscle contractions can be sustained or intermittent and may affect one body part (such as the neck, eyelids, or hand) or multiple regions of the body.

Essential tremor is a movement disorder that causes involuntary, rhythmic shaking, most often of the hands and arms when they are being used or held in a position, rather than at rest. The tremor can also affect the head, voice, and other body parts, may gradually worsen over time, and can interfere with everyday tasks such as writing, eating, or drinking.

Parkinson’s disease is a chronic, progressive brain disorder that affects how the body controls movement, leading to symptoms such as tremor at rest, muscle stiffness, and slowness of movement. It occurs when nerve cells in a region of the brain called the substantia nigra stop working properly and lose their ability to produce enough dopamine, a chemical that helps coordinate smooth, purposeful motion.

Restless legs syndrome is a neurological condition that causes an uncomfortable sensation in the legs along with a strong, often irresistible urge to move them, typically when resting or trying to sleep. People commonly describe the feelings as creeping, crawling, tingling, pulling, or throbbing deep in the legs, and moving—such as walking or stretching—usually brings temporary relief but can significantly disrupt sleep and daily functioning

Please note, we are an outpatient clinic and do not have the staff or tools available to evaluate people with rapidly developing problems.  If your symptoms came on suddenly (or over a period of less than one month), don’t wait to see us, but instead consult with your primary care provider, urgent care facility, or an emergency room as soon as possible.

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Testing & Diagnosis

After reviewing your medical history and any prior test results, our providers perform a detailed evaluation of your movement, sensation, and balance. Depending on your age and specific symptoms, our providers may also recommend additional testing, such as:

  • MRI, CT, or PET scan

  • Neuropsychological evaluation

  • Laboratory testing

  • Skin biopsy

  • Spinal fluid analysis

Treatments & Services

Depending on the type of movement disorder you have, your treatment options may include:

  • Medications

  • Injections, such as Botox

  • Deep brain stimulation

  • Occupational therapy

  • Physical therapy

  • Speech therapy