Table 7.

Fragile X-Associated Tremor/Ataxia Syndrome (FXTAS): Recommended Evaluations Following Initial Diagnosis

System/ConcernEvaluationComment
Neurologic Neurologic eval w/movement disorder specialist
Motor PTPlan should be to maintain gait & assist w/optimal support equipment, if needed.
Fine motor OTManage tremor, work on assisted daily living, & obtain adaptive devices, if needed.
Psychiatric/
Behavioral 		Neuropsychiatric evalIdentify & treat any comorbid psychiatric conditions.

OT = occupational therapy; PT = physical therapy

From: FMR1 Disorders

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