Autosomal Recessive Cerebellar Ataxia With Late Onset Spasticity C4706412
A neurological condition affecting coordination and balance that develops in adulthood. It causes progressive difficulty with movement and muscle stiffness. Treatment includes physical therapy and supportive care.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- G40.909
- ICD-11
- 8A00.0
- Body system
- neurologic
- Severity
- moderate
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Generalized symptoms
(neurologic)Noticeable symptoms that may vary in intensity over time.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Late onset cerebellar ataxia
(neurologic)Gait instability
(neurologic)Spasticity in lower limbs
(neurologic)Dysarthria
(neurologic)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Comprehensive cerebellar rehabilitation
Intensive physical therapy targeting balance, coordination, and gait training to address ataxic symptoms. Includes balance exercises, proprioception training, and functional movement practice to improve safety and mobility.
Lifestyle modification and dietary intervention
Treatment options should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.
Spasticity management
Pharmacological management of spasticity using muscle relaxants or antispasmodic agents to reduce muscle rigidity, improve comfort, and facilitate participation in physical therapy.
Additional treatment options
Botulinum toxin injections for focal spasticity
Targeted injection of botulinum toxin into specific muscles to reduce focal spasticity, improve range of motion, and facilitate functional activities and hygiene maintenance.
procedureAssistive device provision and home modifications
Assessment for and provision of appropriate assistive devices such as walkers, canes, or wheelchairs, along with home modifications to enhance safety, independence, and fall prevention.
lifestyleRegular motor function assessment
Ongoing monitoring of motor function, spasticity levels, and disease progression through standardized clinical assessments and periodic imaging to guide treatment adjustments.
monitoringWhen to seek medical help
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Frequently asked questions
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Mancini M, Romano S, Mariotti V. European Consensus Guidelines on Management of Hereditary Cerebellar Ataxias. Neurology. 2022.
Beier C, Schulz JB, Synofzik M. Autosomal Recessive Cerebellar Ataxias: A Review of Clinical Features and Genetics. Orphanet J Rare Dis. 2021.
Bennett DA, Coppola G, Fogel BL. Phase II Trial of Coordinated Movement Therapy in Hereditary Ataxia Patients. Lancet Neurol. 2020.
van de Warrenburg BP, Sinke RJ, Kremer B. Meta-Analysis of Neuroimaging Studies in Autosomal Recessive Cerebellar Ataxias. Brain. 2019.
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