Causes of Bradykinetic Movement Disorders - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm
Parkinson's Disease (TRAP):
• Resting Tremor
• Cogwheel Rigidity
• Akinesia/Bradykinesia
• Postural Instability
Drug-induced Parkinsonism:
• Neuroleptics
• Haloperidol
• Metoclopramide
• Prochlorperazine
• Amiodarone
• Verapamil
Progressive Supranuclear Palsy - Characteristics:
• Vertical Gaze Palsy
• Axial rigidity > limb rigidity
• + /- Tremor
• Bradykinesia
• Falling backwards
Multiple System Atrophy - Characteristics:
• Bradykinesia
• + /- tremor
• Cerebellar signs
• Postural Hypotension

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