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Hand tremors

Posted by basketcase @basketcase, Dec 8, 2018

Hi Im not sure if this has been discussed before please point me in the right direction if it has. I ve been having hand tremors for a few years now and I reckon its getting worse. I have been on Chlolipmarine Hydrochloride for about 20 years for anxiety, depression and obsessive thinking. They have always worked for me but i think one of the side effects is hand tremors. Ive had blood tests and all ok there. the Doctor suggested coming off the CH and trying Sertraline, which I did but just felt like sleeping all the time, so back to CH. Its like Ive got too much adrenaline! It is worse in company and at work even though Im not stressed or anxious. As Im typing this my hands are shaking. It doesn't stop me doing anything but its annoying and I often have to drink holding the cup or glass with both hands and my writing is awful. My Uncle had awful hand tremors but was also on antidepressants, my mother too but less so. Any advice would be most welcome.

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nojo | @nojo | Jan 5, 2021
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@jlind

Thank you for the information. I'm new to the site, but am seeking information on ET treatments. I've had a mild condition of ET in my right hand for about 25 years. Now it's in both hands. I am having some difficulty writing checks, but otherwise function pretty well. I'm lucky compared to many who have had severe ET. I tried Propranolol many years ago, but did not like the side affects. I'm retired now so I might check into the other medications you have tried.

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Husband is trying Cereset? Any info on that ?

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Jan 5, 2021
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Husband is trying Cereset? Any info on that ?

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Hello @nojo, Welcome to Connect. I have no experience with Cereset but did find a couple of references you might find helpful.

- Clinical Study Shows Cereset Tech Reduces PTSD Symptoms in Military Personnel: https://www.sleepreviewmag.com/sleep-health/sleep-whole-body/mental-health/clinical-study-shows-cereset-tech-reduces-ptsd-symptoms-military-personnel/
- A Pilot, Placebo-controlled Clinical Trial of Cereset Research for Insomnia (4404): https://n.neurology.org/content/94/15_Supplement/4404

Was Cereset recommended to your husband by his doctor?

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nojo | @nojo | Jan 5, 2021
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@johnbishop

Hello @nojo, Welcome to Connect. I have no experience with Cereset but did find a couple of references you might find helpful.

- Clinical Study Shows Cereset Tech Reduces PTSD Symptoms in Military Personnel: https://www.sleepreviewmag.com/sleep-health/sleep-whole-body/mental-health/clinical-study-shows-cereset-tech-reduces-ptsd-symptoms-military-personnel/
- A Pilot, Placebo-controlled Clinical Trial of Cereset Research for Insomnia (4404): https://n.neurology.org/content/94/15_Supplement/4404

Was Cereset recommended to your husband by his doctor?

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John, Thank you. no he is trying the Cereset. It is expensive. 150 just for a first going over things then $1550 on up. I am not sure on tremors if this will help. Also do you know if you have to have a referral to to to Mayo for tremors?

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onamission | @onamission | Jan 5, 2021
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@douglasebaker

I've hand hand tremors for approximately 4 years now. I had been on an antidepressant (Nardil)for approx 30 years which worked fine until 2 years ago when I began having severe sleeping issues. I saw a neurologist about my hand tremors who advised me to get off Nardil so as she could prescribe tremor medications without worry of issues related to interaction with Nardil. I have been off Nardil for 2 years now and tremors remain, although prescribed Gabapentin and Primdone which have not worked. Another drug offered for tremors was Topiramate which I declined due to stated side effects. I am familiar with the brain surgery option, but will defer to last result.

So, 2 years later, with no relief after being on multiple anti depressants and anti anxiety drugs these disorders remain including hand tremors .I will be seeing a neuro movement specialist at NW University in Illinois in November and a new Psych at end of October. I hope These specialists will be able to help, One last ailment has been fainting spells. It started out in January and continued one episode a month for several months. Now I notice when bending over for short durations while performing lawn care, I get dizzy, have to sit down and then my anxiety increases. So, currently I cannot to lawn chores, continue with hand tremors and anxiety. I have had my heart thoroughly checked with multiple tests and procedures which were all ok. I have a full regiment of blood and urine tests which were all ok. I am hopeful my upcoming appointments will be of some help.

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douglasebaker, have you investigated thiamine? This first link is about thiamine injections for treatment of leg tremors however a fat soluble thiamine like benfotiamine may offer the same benefit.Fat soluble forms of thiamine like benfotiamine are more efficient in passing through the blood/brain barrier than water soluble forms. Thiamine, like vitamin D, require magnesium to become bioactive. The inclusion of links on Parkinson's and GI issuse is to show the broad range of health concerns thiamine deficiency touches plus further explain it's role and this is just a short list. B vitamins works better together so I encourage you to research each. Always consult with your health care professional before using any supplement.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5884259/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4828997/
https://www.eonutrition.co.uk/post/thiamine-deficiency-a-major-cause-of-sibo
https://nootropicsexpert.com/vitamin-b1-thiamine/
https://www.krispin.com/magnes.html

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Jan 5, 2021
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@nojo

John, Thank you. no he is trying the Cereset. It is expensive. 150 just for a first going over things then $1550 on up. I am not sure on tremors if this will help. Also do you know if you have to have a referral to to to Mayo for tremors?

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@nojo, Sometimes a referral will help but you can also self refer by going to their website and clicking on the Request an Appointment link.

Mayo Clinic - Essential Tremor: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/essential-tremor/symptoms-causes/syc-20350534

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ess77 - Elizabeth | @ess77 | Jan 5, 2021

John, you are so wonderful! The information and the service you provide to all the rest of us folks is so helpful, over and above your 'job description'. You really do help a lot of us. Thanks. Blessings. Elizabeth

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Jan 5, 2021
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@ess77

John, you are so wonderful! The information and the service you provide to all the rest of us folks is so helpful, over and above your 'job description'. You really do help a lot of us. Thanks. Blessings. Elizabeth

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Thanks for the kind words Elizabeth. To be honest, the Connect community has helped me a lot also. It's a case of we can all help each other by sharing our experience and learning from each other.

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Sundance(RB) | @sundance6 | Jan 5, 2021

ess77, It is diffucult to say how many people have been saved Thanks to Connect! I know I am a count of one!
Blessings to You! From, The Land of Enchantment!
Sundance(RB)

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