It’s not nerves, it’s Essential Tremor
When someone’s hands, head or voice begin to shake, it’s easy to assume it is nerves, Parkinson’s, or even a side effect of medication. But for millions of people worldwide, the cause is something different: Essential Tremor (ET).
ET is one of the most common movement disorders, yet it remains widely misunderstood. Although it may look like a case of “nerves”, it is in fact a neurological condition that can affect children, teenagers and adults alike. Over time, ET can make everyday tasks, such as writing, eating or simply holding a cup of coffee, more difficult.
ET is a neurological condition that causes shaking, most often in the hands and arms. It can also affect the head, voice, trunk and other parts of the body. Some people experience an internal tremor, a feeling of shaking inside the chest or body that others cannot see.
Join the ET community in Australia
We founded Essential Tremor Australia to support the 300,000+ Australians living with ET.
ET is the most common movement disorder, yet it remains widely misunderstood.
We raise awareness to reduce the stigma of ET, advocate for the community, and provide support and information to live well with the condition.
