What is Essential Tremor?

Essential tremor is a neurological condition that causes rhythmic tremor, most commonly in the hands but can affect other areas as well, such as the head, voice, or legs. It is the most common movement disorder. While it is often mistaken for Parkinson’s, it is a distinct condition: in Essential Tremor, shaking occurs only duringactivity, not at rest, whereas in Parkinson’s patients, tremors occur at rest as well.