Ask Mayo Clinic: When Should I See a Provider About My Shaking Hands?

Ask Mayo Clinic: Do you know what common neurological conditions cause shaking hands?

Dear Mayo Clinic: My wife has noticed that her hands have started shaking, especially when writing or holding a glass. She’s worried it could be Parkinson’s disease, but I’ve also heard about essential tremor. What’s the difference? When should someone with a tremor see a doctor, and what treatments are available?

Ask Mayo Clinic: Treatments for essential tremor range from lifestyle changes to brain surgery

Dear Mayo Clinic: My wife has noticed that her hands have started shaking, especially when writing or holding a glass. She’s worried it could be Parkinson’s disease, but I’ve also heard about essential tremor. What’s the difference? When should someone with a tremor see a doctor, and what treatments are available?

Ask Mayo Clinic: When should I see a provider about my shaking hands?

Dear Mayo Clinic: My wife has noticed that her hands have started shaking, especially when writing or holding a glass. She’s worried it could be Parkinson’s disease, but I’ve also heard about essential tremor. What’s the difference? When should someone with a tremor see a doctor, and what treatments are available?

Ask Mayo Clinic: When to see a provider about your shaking hands

Dear Mayo Clinic: My wife has noticed that her hands have started shaking, especially when writing or holding a glass. She’s worried it could be Parkinson’s disease, but I’ve also heard about essential tremor. What’s the difference? When should someone with a tremor see a doctor, and what treatments are available?