When some kind of Body vibrationAnxiety arises. It is not strange, since we are facing one Symptoms that can affect quality of life Those who suffer from it and above all, it can be a manifestation of serious health problems. There are different types of tremors associated with this neurodegenerative disease, such as essential tremor, very common in the elderly population, or Parkinsonian-type tremor. But there is also the so-called orthostatic tremor, a different entity that we talked about Dr. Maria Cruz Rodriguez OrozDirector and Specialist in Neurology at Clinica Universidad de Navarre, member center of Group Top Doctors.
What is orthostatic tremor?
It is, as the doctor assured us, Trembling legsWhich occurs during standing and which Disappears when starting to walk, sit or lie down. “It’s a high-frequency vibration that creates a feeling of unsteadiness when standing, but not when walking,” he details. However, we are facing a health problem that can affect the lives of those who suffer from it. “They cannot stand still and this, in everyday life, happens many times in many situations,” says the doctor.
It is a tremor in the legs, which occurs when standing and disappears when walking, sitting or lying down.
What causes this type of vibration?
The truth is that experts tell us that this is a rare entity. “In most cases No other associated diseases Nor is there any explanation as to why this happens, nor is the cause known,” he told us.
The doctor adds that on some occasions this type of tremor can occur in context Any neurological or systemic changesBut not knowing why it is triggered in which case.
© Getty ImagesDifferences from other types of vibration
One of the interesting questions is the difference with other types of tremor, such as parkinsonian tremor or essential tremor. The first thing the neurologist affects is the area. “Give Stand on both feet and stand only It’s specific to this disorder,” he clarifies.
It’s about that detail Differences with other types of vibrationIn essential tremors, affecting the hands while maintaining posture or performing actions such as drinking, writing, eating, etc., while in Parkinson’s disease it occurs at rest and starts with one limb (arm or leg) and then spreads to other members of that hemibody and In the contralateral hemibody. But it does not occur while standing and disappears when starting to walk.
Diagnosis is based on clinical data, a detailed physical examination and sometimes a vibration recording.
Confirm the diagnosis
What is clear is that in case of any type of tremor, the patient should consult their doctor to determine what type of problem we are experiencing. How are these health problems diagnosed? “With Clinical data The patient who gives us, a Detailed physical examination By a vibration specialist, and sometimes by an execution vibration record”, he points out.
What treatment should follow?
Finally, once the neurologist confirms the patient’s tremor pattern, it is time to apply the appropriate treatment. Topdoctor experts have confirmed this Use of medicationEspecially benzodiazepines, especially clonazepam, certain antiepileptic drugs or beta-blockers such as propranolol, in order of effectiveness. “In severe cases, with great impact on life and resistant to drugs, bilateral deep brain stimulation can be performed in the thalamus,” concluded Dr. Rodríguez Oroz.
