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Primary orthostatic tremor with prominent muscle hypertrophy
1University Department of Clinical Neurology, Radcliffe Infirmary, Oxford, UK.
Neurology
|September 26, 1997
Summary
Primary orthostatic tremor, a condition causing standing instability, can manifest with leg muscle hypertrophy and gait issues. This tremor should be considered in diagnosing unexplained muscle enlargement.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Movement Disorders
- Electromyography
Background:
- A 33-year-old woman presented with a 6-year history of progressive postural instability.
- She exhibited progressive, asymmetric lower limb muscle hypertrophy in the thighs and calves.