Early diagnosis and timely treatment can significantly improve the lives of individuals living with movement disorders. On World Movement Disorder Day, Dr. Anurag Saxena, Cluster Head Delhi/NCR – Department of Neurosurgery, emphasizes the importance of seeking neurological or neurosurgical care at the earliest. For patients who may benefit from advanced procedures like Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson’s disease, timely intervention can restore independence and enhance quality of life.

Understanding movement disorders early can make a crucial difference in patient outcomes. Dr. Shweta Singla, Consultant at Manipal Hospital Dwarka, Delhi, explains how movement disorders can manifest as either reduced or increased body movements from hypokinetic conditions like Parkinson’s disease to hyperkinetic disorder. Early neurological evaluation ensures accurate diagnosis and effective management, helping patients regain control and improve their quality of life. For specialised care, con