Shaky Hands Treatment in India

Karan Sharma, a 58-year-old accountant, had...

Karan Sharma, a 58-year-old accountant, had always prided himself on his meticulous work. Over the past year, he noticed a slight, persistent tremor in his right hand, especially when he tried to hold a pen or a cup of tea. It began to affect his signature and his ability to work with spreadsheets, causing him immense professional anxiety and embarrassment during client meetings. He hid it for months, making excuses. His family doctor, after a thorough examination and ruling out thyroid issues and medication side effects, referred him to a neurologist specializing in movement disorders within Internal Medicine. The neurologist recommended a detailed assessment called a 'tremor analysis,' which involved drawing spirals, holding objects, and performing tasks while sensors measured the tremor's frequency and pattern. Karan found the procedure intimidating, feeling his vulnerability exposed. The diagnosis was Essential Tremor. He was started on a low-dose beta-blocker (propranolol). After a few weeks of adjustment, the tremor reduced significantly. He regained control of his pen, and his confidence at work returned. Emotionally, he journeyed from fear and shame about a perceived weakness to relief and empowerment, understanding his condition was manageable and not a reflection of his competence.