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Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is characterized by the degeneration of both upper and lower motor neurons, which ultimately leads to muscle weakness, atrophy, spasticity and contractures.1 ALS typically manifests in the 50–60 years age range, although familial cases may present in late adolescence or early adulthood.2 The time from the first symptom to diagnosis is approximately 10–16 […]

International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society (MDS)

International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society (MDS)
Phone: +1 (414) 276-2145

The International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society (MDS) is a professional society of clinicians, scientists, and other healthcare professionals, who are interested in Parkinson’s disease, related neurodegenerative and neurodevelopmental disorders, hyperkinetic movement disorders, and abnormalities in muscle tone and motor control. 

Become a member of MDS and join over 12,000 movement disorders professionals across the globe in working to disseminate knowledge and promote research to advance the field. Visit the MDS website to learn more about membership benefits and education opportunities. 

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2025 MDS Congress – MDS is excited to announce the 2025 International Congress of Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders® in Honolulu, Hawaii, USA October 5-9, 2025

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