Movement disorder is a broad term that describes a variety of neurological conditions that affect movement. Some common synonyms for movement disorder include motor disorder, movement dysfunction, and dystonia, which characterizes the abnormality in movement or muscle tone. Other synonyms that describe specific types of movement disorders include Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease and Tourette syndrome. While these conditions all affect movement, they can present with different symptoms, ranging from tremors to muscle stiffness to uncontrolled movements. No matter the specific diagnosis, movement disorders can significantly impact an individual's quality of life, affecting everything from everyday tasks to mobility to social interactions. Effective treatments and therapies are available to manage symptoms and help those with movement disorders lead fulfilling lives.