The specialists of the Bonnie and Tom Strauss Movement Disorders Center understand the daily challenges and long-term concerns our patients face. That’s why our team draws on the full strength of the Mount Sinai Health System to provide the newest treatment options and conduct the most promising research studies. Our experts work daily to improve the lives of our patients and to move closer to developing the cures and preventive therapies that will help anyone affected by these conditions.
Conditions We Treat
Because every patient is different, our specialists take the time to listen to you and learn about your individual symptoms and needs. By developing a close relationship with our patients, we are better able to understand which treatment approaches will work best and provide additional support to you and your family.
We are skilled in the diagnosis and treatment of the full range of movement disorders, including the following:
- Parkinson’s disease
- Dystonia
- Tremor
- Myoclonus
- Chorea
- Tics
Treatments We Provide
Movement disorders can be complex conditions, so our specialists work closely with experts in other disciplines throughout the Mount Sinai Health System to make sure our patients receive coordinated, all-around care.
Many of these conditions still have no cure, so the management of movement disorders typically focuses on minimizing symptoms. Drawing on the most advanced treatments available, we design a care plan tailored to your unique needs, which may include the following:
- Medication
- Psychological and psychiatric counseling and evaluation
- Surgery, including deep brain stimulation
- Physical, occupational, and speech therapy
- Practical and emotional support for you and your family
- Emerging treatments newly available through clinical trials