Clinical Neurosciences Center

Neurology - Ataxia

Ataxia

Ataxia often occurs when parts of the nervous system that control movement are damaged. People with ataxia experience a failure of muscle control in their arms and legs, resulting in a lack of balance and coordination or a disturbance of gait. While the term ataxia is primarily used to describe this set of symptoms, it is sometimes also used to refer to a family of disorders. It is not, however, a specific diagnosis. Read more.

Additional Resources:

National Ataxia Foundation (NAF)

WE MOVE (Worldwide Education & Awareness for Movement Disorders)

D. James Ballard, B.S., P.T., DPT

Locations
Health Profession Education Building (801) 587-9161

Specialties: Balance/Vestibular, Movement Disorders, Pelvic Dysfunction/Incontinence, Physical Therapy

Stefan M. Pulst, M.D., Dr. med.

Locations
Clinical Neurosciences Center (801) 585-7575

Specialties: Ataxia, Movement Disorders, Neurogenetics, Neurology, Parkinson's Disease

David R. Renner, M.D.

Locations
Clinical Neurosciences Center (801) 585-7575

Specialties: EMG, General Neurology, HIV/AIDS, Movement Disorders, Neurology, Neuromuscular Diseases, Stroke

Lauren E. Schrock, M.D.

Locations
Imaging and Neurosciences Center (801) 585-7575

Specialties: Botulinum Toxins, Deep Brain Stimulation, Dystonia, Intraoperative Monitoring, Movement Disorders, Neurology

David R. Shprecher, D.O., M.S.C.I

Locations
Imaging and Neurosciences Center (801) 585-7575

Specialties: Faint and Fall, Movement Disorders, Neurology, Parkinson's Disease

Perla C. Thulin, M.D.

Locations
Imaging and Neurosciences Center (801) 585-7575

Specialties: Movement Disorders, Neurology

Meghan S. Zorn, PA-C

Locations
Imaging & Neurosciences Center (801) 585-7575

Specialties: Movement Disorders, Neurology, Parkinson's Disease, Physician Assistant

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