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What is Essential Tremor?
Also known as familial tremor, benign essential tremor or hereditary tremor, essential tremor (ET) is a progressive neurological condition that causes a rhythmic trembling of the hands, head, voice, legs or trunk. It is often confused with Parkinson�s disease and dystonia. Because of stereotypes and a lack of awareness, many people with ET never seek medical care though most would benefit from treatment. Learn more about ET.

Essential Tremor vs. Parkinson's Disease: How Do They Differ?
Members of the IETF Medical Advisory Board created a simple reference guide that lists basic distinctions between ET and PD signs and symptoms. Download the flyer for free to learn more.

The IETF Mission
To provide global educational information, services and support to those affected by essential tremor (ET), and to health care providers, while promoting and funding ET research. Learn more about the IETF.

The Symbology of the IETF Logo

The centerpiece of the IETF logo is the Archimedes Spiral, which - when drawn by a patient - is used as a diagnostic tool for ET.

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Information is powerful in helping you to understand and accept ET as a part of your life. To learn more about ET and the IETF, request a FREE information packet and sign-up for Tremor Gram, the IETF's monthly eletronic newsletter.

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Become a member of the IETF and receive The Scoop on Tremor - the IETF's member research newsletter - and Tremor Talk - the member magazine. Find coping tips to deal with the challenges of everyday life or learn about medications commonly prescribed to treat ET.

Tremor Gram
Sign up for the free monthly email newsletter Tremor Gram featuring brief articles on tips for living with ET, current news, and announcements. Read past newsletters in the archive.

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