Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Myasthenia Gravis: Diagnostic Tests01:15

Myasthenia Gravis: Diagnostic Tests

1.1K
Myasthenia gravis is an autoimmune condition affecting neuromuscular transmission, causing generalized weakness in skeletal muscles. Initial diagnoses rely on patients' signs, symptoms, and medical history. The challenge lies in distinguishing myasthenia from other muscular dystrophies. An important diagnostic feature is the significant improvement of symptoms after administering anticholinesterase inhibitors.
The edrophonium test is a diagnostic tool for myasthenia gravis. It involves...
1.1K
Seizures: Classification01:13

Seizures: Classification

492
Epilepsy is primarily characterized by unpredictable seizures, either provoked by an identifiable factor, such as injury or illness, or unprovoked, occurring spontaneously without apparent cause.
Seizures are typically classified into two main categories: focal and generalized seizures.
Focal Seizures
Focal seizures originate from specific regions of the brain. These seizures are further sub-classified into two types:
492
Parkinson's Disease: Overview01:15

Parkinson's Disease: Overview

634
Neurodegenerative disorders are progressive diseases that cause irreversible damage and loss to neurons in specific brain areas. Examples of these disorders include Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). These disorders share characteristics such as proteinopathies, selective neuronal vulnerability, and a complex interplay between genetic and environmental factors. The primary therapeutic goal for these conditions is...
634
Aneurysm II: Clinical Manifestations and Diagnostic Studies01:21

Aneurysm II: Clinical Manifestations and Diagnostic Studies

13
Thoracic, aortic arch and abdominal aneurysms are significant vascular conditions that can present with various clinical manifestations and lead to serious complications. Understanding these manifestations and the appropriate diagnostic studies is essential for effective management and treatment.Thoracic Aortic AneurysmsThoracic aortic aneurysms often remain asymptomatic until they reach a size that impinges on adjacent structures. They typically cause deep, diffuse chest pain that radiates to...
13
Peripheral Arterial Disease II: Clinical Manifestations and Diagnostic Evaluation01:21

Peripheral Arterial Disease II: Clinical Manifestations and Diagnostic Evaluation

21
Clinical manifestationsPeripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) manifests through a range of symptoms, from the characteristic intermittent claudication to atypical presentations and severe complications in advanced stages. Intermittent claudication, a hallmark symptom of PAD, presents as exercise-induced muscle pain that typically resolves within minutes of rest. This pain is reproducible and stems from inadequate blood flow, leading to the accumulation of lactic acid produced during anaerobic...
21

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Investigating smiling asymmetries in Parkinson's disease through the whistle-smile reflex.

Journal of neural transmission (Vienna, Austria : 1996)·2026
Same author

Analyzing the 'bradykinesia complex' in GBA1-associated Parkinson's disease: A series of three cases.

Clinical parkinsonism & related disorders·2026
Same author

Pattern Changes and Recurrent Remissions in Cervical Dystonia: Insights from a Long-Term Treated Case.

Toxins·2026
Same author

Driving Cerebellar Theta Oscillations Interferes With Voluntary Neck Movements in Cervical Dystonia.

Movement disorders : official journal of the Movement Disorder Society·2026
Same author

Longitudinal Trajectories in Essential Tremor: Evidence From A Seven-Year Follow-Up of Motor and Non-Motor Symptoms.

European journal of neurology·2026
Same author

Apathy in Parkinson's Disease: Distinguishing Overlapping Symptoms Via Network Analysis.

Movement disorders clinical practice·2026
Same journal

Isolated Cranial Tremors: A Reappraisal.

Seminars in neurology·2026
Same journal

Dystonia and Tremor.

Seminars in neurology·2026
Same journal

Pendular nystagmus and oculopalatal tremor.

Seminars in neurology·2026
Same journal

Sanjay Pandey, MBBS, MD, DNB, DM, FIAN, and Aasef Shaikh, MD, PhD.

Seminars in neurology·2026
Same journal

Tremor.

Seminars in neurology·2026
Same journal

Carotid Disease.

Seminars in neurology·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Aug 7, 2025

MRI-guided Focused Ultrasound Thalamotomy for Patients with Medically-refractory Essential Tremor
05:54

MRI-guided Focused Ultrasound Thalamotomy for Patients with Medically-refractory Essential Tremor

Published on: December 13, 2017

14.1K

Diagnostic Uncertainties in Tremor.

Luca Marsili1, Matteo Bologna2,3, Abhimanyu Mahajan4

  • 1Department of Neurology and Rehabilitation Medicine, Gardner Family Center for Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, Ohio.

Seminars in Neurology
|March 13, 2023
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Diagnosing tremor requires careful clinical evaluation, differentiating tremor types, and considering underlying causes. This review highlights diagnostic challenges and the role of neurophysiology, imaging, and genetics.

More Related Videos

Determining the Functional Status of the Corticospinal Tract Within One Week of Stroke
09:10

Determining the Functional Status of the Corticospinal Tract Within One Week of Stroke

Published on: February 22, 2020

8.6K
Isokinetic Robotic Device to Improve Test-Retest and Inter-Rater Reliability for Stretch Reflex Measurements in Stroke Patients with Spasticity
08:40

Isokinetic Robotic Device to Improve Test-Retest and Inter-Rater Reliability for Stretch Reflex Measurements in Stroke Patients with Spasticity

Published on: June 12, 2019

7.5K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Aug 7, 2025

MRI-guided Focused Ultrasound Thalamotomy for Patients with Medically-refractory Essential Tremor
05:54

MRI-guided Focused Ultrasound Thalamotomy for Patients with Medically-refractory Essential Tremor

Published on: December 13, 2017

14.1K
Determining the Functional Status of the Corticospinal Tract Within One Week of Stroke
09:10

Determining the Functional Status of the Corticospinal Tract Within One Week of Stroke

Published on: February 22, 2020

8.6K
Isokinetic Robotic Device to Improve Test-Retest and Inter-Rater Reliability for Stretch Reflex Measurements in Stroke Patients with Spasticity
08:40

Isokinetic Robotic Device to Improve Test-Retest and Inter-Rater Reliability for Stretch Reflex Measurements in Stroke Patients with Spasticity

Published on: June 12, 2019

7.5K

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Movement Disorders

Background:

  • Tremor diagnosis presents clinical challenges, necessitating precise differentiation of tremor types, including action (kinetic, postural, intention) and resting tremors.
  • Understanding tremor topography and associated neurological signs is crucial for accurate diagnosis.

Approach:

  • Emphasizes a systematic clinical approach to tremor diagnosis, focusing on differentiating physiological from pathological tremors.
  • Highlights the importance of identifying specific tremor syndromes to narrow down potential etiologies.

Key Points:

  • Accurate tremor classification is vital for appropriate patient referral, counseling, prognosis, and management.
  • Discusses diagnostic uncertainties encountered in clinical practice.
  • Underscores the ancillary roles of neurophysiology, advanced imaging, and genetic testing.

Conclusions:

  • A comprehensive diagnostic strategy integrating clinical assessment with supportive technologies is essential for effective tremor management.
  • Addresses the complexities in diagnosing tremor, aiming to reduce diagnostic uncertainties for clinicians.