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Hope.
IETF empowers individuals to regain control of their lives, by providing educational information, treatment options and coping skills.
 
Awareness.
IETF actively advocates for greater ET awareness and education at every level—from health care providers to government officials.
 
Research.
IETF funds scientific research to find more effective treatments and a cure for ET.
 
Support.
IETF has support groups across the globe to provide inspiration and fellowship among those living with ET.
 
 
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About ET


 
What is Essential Tremor?
Once known as familial tremor, benign essential tremor or hereditary tremor, essential tremor (ET) is a neurological condition that causes a rhythmic trembling of the hands, head, voice, legs or trunk. Some even feel an internal shake. It is often confused with Parkinson’s disease although eight times more common, affecting an estimated 10 million Americans alone. Because of stereotypes and a lack of awareness, many people with ET never seek medical care though many would benefit from treatment.

Download and print these documents about essential tremor for reference:

International Essential Tremor Foundation brochure - General information about the condition and mission of the IETF (Spanish version)

Patient Handbook - Helps patients understand all the different aspects of their condition--from the diagnosis process to treatment options (Spanish version)

Children with Essential Tremor - A guide for parents, teachers and other caring adults

Brain Tissue Donation: A Legacy of Love - Brain tissue donation information

Facts about Essential Tremor - The basic facts about the condition (Spanish version)

Common Medications - The most common medications used to treat ET (Spanish version)

Coping Tips - A list of tips and tricks from IETF members (Spanish version)

Essential Tremor vs. Parkinson's Disease - A simple tool that explains the differences between the two conditions

Glossary of Common Essential Tremor Terms - An alphabetical listing of common words, terms and procedures associated with essential tremor

Surgical Options - Offers the latest information on DBS (Deep Brain Stimulation), Gamma Knife, surgical treatment research and more

Tremor Gram Archive - An archive of the IETF's free, monthly, electronic newsletter.


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