At TNC, our specialists provide expert diagnosis, treatment, and research for adult movement disorders, including Parkinson’s disease, dystonia, ataxia, tremor, tics, Huntington’s disease, and other chorea’s.
Care begins with a thorough evaluation to ensure an accurate diagnosis, followed by a personalized treatment plan that balances risks and benefits for each patient.
Specialists
Dr. Leila Bostan Shirin
MD Neurologist & Movement Disorders Specialist
Team
Our Movement Disorder Team
Our physicians treat general movement disorders, while fellowship-trained specialists handle complex or unusual cases. Dr.Bostan Sherin
Services
Our Movement Disorders Services
Our team collaborates to improve quality of life through:
- Consultation with fellowship-trained neurologists
- Medication review and management
- Memory and cognitive testing
- Advanced imaging (MRI)
- Access to clinical research and emerging therapies
- Botulinum toxin injections and other non-medication treatments
- Surgical evaluation and Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) management
- Physical, occupational, and speech therapy with specialized therapists
Treatment
Movement Disorder Treatment
Early evaluation is key to managing symptoms and slowing progression. Dr. Leila Bostan Shirin provides personalized treatment plans for each patient, which may include:
- Medication
- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)
- Botox injections
- Physical, occupational, and speech therapy
- Lifestyle changes
FAQ
What Are Movement Disorders?
Movement disorders are neurological conditions that affect how the body moves, causing either too much movement, involuntary movements, or slowed voluntary movement.
Common types include:
- Ataxia: Loss of muscle coordination affecting walking or limb use
- Dystonia: Involuntary muscle contractions causing twisting, repetitive, or painful movements
- Huntington’s Disease: Inherited nerve cell loss affecting voluntary movement
- Lewy Body Dementia: Parkinson’s-like symptoms with cognitive changes and hallucinations
- Parkinson’s Disease: Gradual movement slowing, tremors, balance issues, and speech difficulties
- Tourette Syndrome: Sudden tics, movements, or sounds
- Tremor/Essential Tremor: Involuntary shaking of one or more body parts
- Multiple System Atrophy & Progressive Supranuclear Palsy: Progressive loss of movement and balance
- Restless Legs Syndrome: Uncomfortable leg sensations causing an urge to move
How Do You Diagnose Parkinson’s Disease?
There is no single test for Parkinson’s disease, so our physicians rule out other conditions that mimic its symptoms, including:
- Stroke: Can cause tremors, balance issues, or memory problems
- Medications: Some drugs temporarily block dopamine, causing Parkinson’s-like signs
- Other neurological disorders: Dementia, essential tremor, or Lewy Body Dementia
- Head trauma or brain tumors: Can produce similar movement symptoms
Our movement disorder specialists work closely with your primary care provider, caregivers, and other health professionals to ensure an accurate diagnosis and create a personalized treatment plan.
Treatments for Movement Disorders
While movement disorders cannot be cured, our goal is to reduce symptoms, relieve pain, and improve quality of life. Treatment options may include: Medications to manage symptoms
- Physical and occupational therapy
- Botulinum toxin injections to reduce muscle contractions
- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgery
- Clinical research trials for new therapies
Our team develops personalized treatment plans to provide compassionate, comprehensive care and help you manage your condition effectively.