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BITE NITE 2010
Our first fundraiser took place on June 5, 2010 at Scottsdale Resort and Conference Center. PNA Center for Neurological Research teamed up with the ALS Association Arizona Chapter to co-host a night dedicated to ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease). BITE NITE consisted of 5 top Valley Restaurants, 5th and Wine, Cien Agaves Tacos & Tequila, Oregano's Pizza Bistro and Va Bene who served up samplers of their best dishes, with great entertainment by our favorite local band Dearspeak, with silent and live auctions. The night was an absolute blast and a success. People enjoyed great food while enjoying each other’s company for a night that was dedicated to funding ALS research. Thank you for everyone who truly made this night a success. Due to the positive praise and feedback, BITE NITE will be an annual event, so if you weren’t able to attend, we look forward to seeing you there next year! Thanks again for your support, dedication and contributions, we couldn’t have made this night possible without you.

Check out photos from BITE NITE here.

Essential Tremor

Causes of Essential Tremor | Essential Tremor Treatment

Essential Tremor is an uncontrolled shaking or trembling, usually of one or both hands or arms, that worsens when basic movements are attempted.

Essential Tremor Cause

Essential Tremor is caused by abnormalities in areas of the brain that control movement and is not tied to an underlying disease (e.g., Parkinson’s disease). About 50 percent of patients have a family history of the condition. This condition usually does not result in serious complications, but it can certainly interfere with daily activities and cause distress.

Essential Tremor Treatment

In some cases, physical therapy or changes in lifestyle may improve symptoms. If the condition affects a patient’s ability to perform daily tasks and has a negative impact on quality of life, medication or surgery are considered. Beta-blockers, antiseizure medications, benzodiazepines, and carbonic anhydrase inhibitors often are prescribed. DBS is another surgical option in severe cases of essential tremor that have not responded to medication. A hair-thin wire is implanted in the thalamus and connected to a neurostimulator implanted under the collarbone. The neurostimulator sends electrical impulses along the wire to the thalamus, interrupting signals that cause tremor.