Directory of Ataxia Resources

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Broadly speaking, the word "ataxia" simply means unsteadiness and clumsiness, and has been given to the condition because those are usually the earliest symptoms. As the disorder progresses, people with ataxia usually lose the ability to walk, and can become totally disabled, having to depend on others for their care. This is because ataxia destroys both nerve and muscle cells. Vision (and in some cases hearing) and speech may also be affected.

Subcategories

• Friedreich's Ataxia

Resources in This Category

• A-T Children's Project

  http://www.atcp.org/
  A clearinghouse for ataxia-telangiectasia information, including disease information, scientific research, clinical and family support, and fundraising.

• Action for A-T

  http://www.actionforat.org/
  Raising money for medical research that might help children with Ataxia-Telangiectasia (A-T) to live a longer and healthier life.

• ADCA-Association of The Netherlands

  http://www.ataxie.nl/
  With information about the association, contact details for other ataxia associations. [Dutch and English]

• Ataxia Telangiectasia Society

  http://www.atsociety.org.uk/
  Details about the organization which is committed to helping, supporting and advising families affected by AT. Includes research, support and awareness.

• Ataxia UK

  http://www.ataxia.org.uk/
  Charity offering help and support for people suffering from Friedreich’s and cerebellar ataxia. Information on the disease, treatment and research.

• National Ataxia Foundation

  http://www.ataxia.org/
  Information about and support for people with ataxia.

• NHS Choices: Ataxia

  http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/Ataxia/
  Provides information on this condition that causes a loss of physical co-ordination. Includes a short video and details of symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and complications.

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