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Medical condition/treatment

Cerebellar ataxia

disc prolapse

cerebellum

disc prolapse

Cerebellar ataxia is a disorder of the cerebellum, which is normally responsible for coordinating movements. Inadequate cerebellar function results in inaccurate or unsteady movements such as a wobbly gait or shaking movements. Cerebellar ataxia is caused by damage or dysfunction in the cerebellum. Genetic mutations, traumatic brain injuries or neurodegenerative diseases can lead to this. This leads to impaired movement coordination and balance problems.

Causes/Description:

Genetics, diseases or injuries of the cerebellum, medications with neurotoxic side effects, lifestyle factors (e.g. alcohol consumption), environmental factors (e.g. exposure to toxins), age

Cerebellar ataxia

disc prolapse

Physiotherapie, Ergotherapie, Gleichgewichtstraining, Koordinationstraining, Hilfsmittel, Hausanpassungen, Reha-Programme, Neurologische Rehabilitation

disc prolapse

Cerebellar ataxia occurs when the cerebellum, which normally coordinates movements, is damaged. This can be caused by genetic changes, strokes, tumors or certain medications. Damage to the cerebellum leads to impaired movement coordination and an unsteady gait.

disc prolapse

Provide recommendations for exercises to improve coordination and balance, suggest lifestyle adjustments, and provide emotional support. Help comes from neurologists, physiotherapists and occupational therapists.

disc prolapse

Cerebellar ataxia, a disorder of the cerebellum, was first described in the 19th century when scientists began studying the effects of brain lesions on coordination. The discovery of the specific form of ataxia affecting the cerebellum was made later, and modern imaging has helped to better understand the underlying pathologies.

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