Functional Movement Disorders

Functional movement disorders (FMDs) are syndromes defined by the occurrence of abnormal involuntary movements that are not aligned with a known neurologic cause.

The Northwestern Medicine Parkinson’s Disease & Movement Disorders Clinic aims to help you control your symptoms and improve your quality of life through:

Diagnosis of a movement disorder
Medical management of Parkinson's disease and movement disorders
Specialized care for rare movement disorders
Second opinions regarding a diagnosis
Deep brain stimulation (DBS)
Education and support groups
Exercise therapy
Physical and occupational therapy
Speech therapy
Genetic testing and counseling
Research-based treatments
Botulinum toxin
Palliative care

Visit the Movement Disorders Clinic Meet Our FMDs Care Team

Clinical Trials

You may be eligible for one of our ongoing clinical trials. Find out how to join a study.

Contact

To meet with one of the Northwestern Medicine clinic's movement disorders specialists, call the clinical affiliate practice phone number at 312-695-7950.