1. NINDS Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia Information Page hereditary spastic paraplegia information sheet compiled by the NationalInstitute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). http://www.ninds.nih.gov/health_and_medical/disorders/hereditarysp.htm

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke Accessible version Science for the Brain The nation's leading supporter of biomedical research on disorders of the brain and nervous system Browse all disorders Browse all health organizations More about Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia Studies with patients Research literature Press releases Search NINDS... (help) Contact us My privacy NINDS is part of the National Institutes of Health NINDS Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia Information Page Synonym(s): Familial Spastic Paralysis Reviewed 03-21-2003 Get Web page suited for printing Email this to a friend or colleague Table of Contents (click to jump to sections) What is Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia? Is there any treatment? What is the prognosis? What research is being done? ... Organizations What is Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia? Hereditary spastic paraplegia (HSP), also called familial spastic paraparesis (FSP), refers to a group of inherited disorders that are characterized by progressive weakness and stiffness of the legs. Though the primary feature of HSP is severe, progressive, lower extremity spasticity, in more complicated forms it can be accompanied by other neurological symptoms. These include optic neuropathy, retinopathy (diseases of the retina), dementia, ataxia (lack of muscle control), icthyosis (a skin disorder resulting in dry, rough, scaly skin), mental retardation, peripheral neuropathy, and deafness. Diagnosis is primarily by neurological examination and testing to exclude other disorders. Specialized genetic testing and diagnosis are available at some medical centers.

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3. Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia An article about hereditary spastic paraplegia, also called familial spastic paralysis. http://healthlink.mcw.edu/article/921730935.html

Search Articles: search tips Please Take the HealthLink Survey Email this article Print this article Find related articles: By topic: Neurology By keywords: Receive Health Link via email! Subscribe now >> Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia Hereditary spastic paraplegia (HSP), also called familial spastic paralysis, refers to a group of genetic disorders that are characterized by progressive weakness and spasticity (stiffness) of the legs. Symptoms of HSP may occur alone or, in more complicated forms of HSP, may occur in combination with a number of other neurological symptoms. Generally, the primary feature is severe, progressive, lower extremity spasticity. The spasticity sometimes occurs with abnormalities such as optic neuropathy, retinopathy (disease of the retina), dementia, ataxia (lack of muscle control), ichthyosis (a skin disorder causing dry, rough, scaly skin), mental retardation, and deafness. There is no specific treatment to prevent, slow, or reverse HSP's progressive disability. Treatment is symptomatic. The prognosis for individuals with HSP varies greatly. Some cases are seriously disabling while others are less disabling and are compatible with a productive and full life. The majority of individuals with HSP have a normal life expectancy.

4. Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia Home Page In depth look at this disease by John K. Fink, M.D., including genetic analysis, clinical features and FAQs. http://www.med.umich.edu/hsp/

5. Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia Article describes hereditary spastic paraplegia, its diagnosis, and treatment. hereditary spastic paraplegia (HSP) is the term for a group of inherited hereditary spastic paraplegia causes progressive weakness (paraplegia) and increased muscle tone and http://rarediseases.about.com/cs/hs1/a/110103.htm

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Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia / Familial Spastic Paraparesis (Strumpell-Lorrain Familial Spasmodic Paraplegia, Strumpell's Familial Paraplegia, Spasmodic Infantile Paraplegia, Spastic Congenital Paraplegia, Spastic Spinal Familial Paralysis) Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia / Familial Spastic Paraparesis - web page: http://www.geocities.com/HotSprings/Spa/2847/ To locate a genetic counselor or clinical geneticist in your area: Professional Genetics Societies Genetic clinics, centers, departments Genetic Societies Clinical Resources ... Search Genetics Education Center Debra Collins, M.S. CGC , Genetic Counselor, dcollins@kumc.edu This site subscribes to the principles of the HONcode (Health on the Net, Code of Conduct for Medical and Health Web Sites) of the Health On the Net Foundation

7. EMedicine - Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia : Article By Nam-Jong Paik, MD, PhD hereditary spastic paraplegia Strumpell first described hereditaryforms of spastic paraplegia in 1883. hereditary spastic paraplegia. http://www.emedicine.com/pmr/topic45.htm

(advertisement) Home Specialties CME PDA ... Patient Education Articles Images CME Patient Education Advanced Search Link to this site Back to: eMedicine Specialties Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Disorders Of The Motor Unit Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia Last Updated: February 28, 2003 Rate this Article Email to a Colleague Synonyms and related keywords: HSP, hereditary spastic paraparesis, familial spastic paraparesis, Strumpell-Lorrain syndrome, Strumpell-Lorrain disease, pure hereditary spastic paraplegia, uncomplicated hereditary spastic paraplegia, complicated hereditary spastic paraplegia AUTHOR INFORMATION Section 1 of 11 Author Information Introduction Clinical Differentials ... Bibliography Author: Nam-Jong Paik, MD, PhD , Assistant Professor, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Seoul National University, Republic of Korea Coauthor(s): Jae-Young Lim, MD , Instructor, Division of Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital Nam-Jong Paik, MD, PhD, is a member of the following medical societies: American Association of Electrodiagnostic Medicine Editor(s): Teresa L Massagli, MD

8. SPF - Spastic Paraplegia Foundation Home Page Supports on the upper motor neuron disorders hereditary spastic paraplegia and primary lateral sclerosis. Information about these conditions, disability resources, newsletters, news, announcements, research and support. http://sp-foundation.org/

Welcome to the Spastic Paraplegia Foundation, Inc. (SPF) Alerts and Breaking News Research and Beyond Conference and TeamWalk SPF awards $10,000 Grant See Calendar for events April-May E-News March E-News The SPF is the only non-profit organization in the Americas dedicated exclusively to neurodegenerative disorders called Primary Lateral Sclerosis (PLS) and Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia* (HSP). These diseases attack one's ability to walk, often leaving their victims in wheelchairs. They can also rob people of their ability to use their hands and arms, and even to speak. In very rare conditions, they can also cause mental retardation, dementia, epilepsy or other neurologic problems. The Spastic Paraplegia Foundation is a 100% volunteer-managed and operated organization devoted to supporting research to discover the causes and cures for these devastating diseases and to providing critical information and support programs to people affected by them. We are enormously grateful to our

9. The First International Symposium For Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia (help). Contact us My privacy NINDS is part of the National Institutes ofHealth. The First International Symposium for hereditary spastic paraplegia http://www.ninds.nih.gov/news_and_events/proceedings/spastic_paraplegia.htm

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke Accessible version Science for the Brain The nation's leading supporter of biomedical research on disorders of the brain and nervous system Press releases Current Archived Events Proceedings NINDS Notes News articles Current Archived Online events Upcoming Archived Of interest.. Labs at NINDS Search NINDS... (help) Contact us My privacy NINDS is part of the National Institutes of Health The First International Symposium for Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia Get Web page suited for printing Email this to a friend or colleague The First International Symposium for Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia May 25-27, 2000 University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan Symposisium Summaries and Articles HSP Symposium Agenda May 25 May 26 ... Participants Symposium Summaries and Articles Summary from hspinfo.org Summary from ataxia.org AP article written about Symposium HSP Symposium Agenda Thursday May 25 8:30 - 9:00 A.M Symposium overview and methods to achieve consensus, John K. Fink, M.D Session I, Clinical features and pathophysiology of hereditary spastic paraplegia, Tom Bird, M.D., Session Chair

10. Familial Spastic Paraplegia - For Patients And Families - The Center For Human G For Patients and Families Familial Spastic Paraplegia/hereditary spastic paraplegia http://www.chg.duke.edu/patients/fsp.html

For Patients and Families Familial Spastic Paraplegia/ Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia What is FSP/HSP? Genetics and HSP CHG Research Update on HSP HSP Study Participation ... Additional FSP/HSP Information What is FSP/HSP? Familial spastic paraparesis/paraplegia (FSP) and hereditary spastic paraparesis/paraplegia (HSP) are names applied to a group of degenerative neurological disorders characterized by specific walking problems. Physicians are now applying the diagnosis of hereditary spastic paraparesis/ paraplegia to patients whose leg muscles have symptoms of spasticity (stiffness and/or spasms), paraparesis (weakness), or paraplegia (paralysis), especially when similar symptoms occur in other members of the patient’s family due to inherited DNA changes (hereditary symptoms). Currently physicians use the familial spastic paraparesis/ paraplegia diagnosis for cases with similar symptoms that may result from family members’ exposure to shared environmental factors, rather than to genetic causes. FSP/HSP may vary from family to family and patient to patient.

11. Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia Links to articles, information, and resources for hereditary spastic paraplegia, also known as familial spastic paraparesis or StrumpellLorrain syndrome. Rare / Orphan Diseases. hereditary spastic paraplegia. Guide picks which muscles weaken and become spastic. hereditary spastic paraplegia. Article describes this group of inherited http://rarediseases.about.com/cs/hs1?iam=metaresults&terms=bildung und forsc

12. WE MOVE - Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia hereditary spastic paraplegia (HSP) is a group of genetic, degenerative disordersof the spinal cord characterized by progressive weakness (paraplegia) and http://www.wemove.org/hsp/

WE MOVE 204 West 84th Street New York, NY 10024 Tel: 800-437-MOV2 Fax: 212-875-8389 E-mail: wemove@wemove.org Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia Information for Patients and Caregivers (see table of contents below) Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia Information for Medical Professionals at MDVU Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia Information for Patients and Caregivers Table of Contents Overview of Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia Symptoms/Findings/Disorder Classification Revising HSP Disorder Classifications Causes/Genetics ... References WE MOVE makes every effort to present medical information that is up-to-date and accurate. The material provided has undergone rigorous medical review. Information regarding the authors, editors, publisher, and medical reviewers of this material of the WE MOVE Web site is listed below. Medical science is constantly changing. Therefore, the authors, editors, and publisher do not warrant that the information in this text is complete, nor are they responsible for omissions or errors in the text or for the results of the use of this information. This information does not replace consultation with a physician. All medical procedures, drug doses, indications, and contraindications should be discussed with your personal physician. Writer: Joy E. Bartnett, AMWA, AMIA

13. Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia hereditary spastic paraplegia, HSP, also called familial spastic paralysis, refers to a group of genetic disorders that are characterized by progressive weakness and stiffness of the legs. hereditary spastic paraplegia. hereditary spastic paraplegia (HSP) refers to a group of degenerative spinal history of HSP or any other hereditary disorder. Certain forms of Xlinked http://www.tylermedicalclinic.com/hereditary_spastic_paraplegia.htm

The Tyler Medical Clinic Assisted Conception - Affordable Infertility Treatments - List of Diseases - Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia (HSP) refers to a group of degenerative spinal cord disorders characterized by gradual, progressive weakness and stiffness (spasticity) of the legs. Approximately 10,000 people in the United States are afflicted with HSP. In HSP, the motor nerves that innervate the lower limbs start to deteriorate. This results in difficulty with balance, weakness and stiffness of the legs, muscle spasms, and dragging of toes while walking. Onset is generally during childhood but occasionally symptoms do not appear until later in life. The severity and progression of the disease also varies, even among families. Other symptoms include shortened Achilles tendon, leg cramps, hyperactive reflexes, and high arch feet (pes cavus). HSP is classified as either uncomplicated or complicated. Complicated HSP is rare and differs from uncomplicated HSP by the presence of other neurological disorders such as ataxia, epilepsy, optic and retinal neuropathies, mental retardation, ichthyosis and many others. There is no specific test to diagnose HSP. HSP is diagnosed only through careful elimination of other diseases that share common symptoms. Treatment aims to alleviate the symptoms. Physical therapy is important to maintain muscle strength and prevent further muscle weakness. Although the disease is progressive, rarely do patients ever become completely immobile. Assisted devices such as a cane or walker, however, are usually needed.

14. WE MOVE - Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia - References Fink JK. Advances in hereditary spastic paraplegia. Curr Opin Neurol. 1997;10313318. Hereditaryspastic paraplegia advances in genetic research. http://www.wemove.org/hsp/hsp_ref.html

WE MOVE 204 West 84th Street New York, NY 10024 Tel: 800-437-MOV2 Fax: 212-875-8389 E-mail: wemove@wemove.org References Boustany RMN, Fleischnick E, Alper CA, et al. The autosomal dominant form of 'pure' familial spastic paraplegia: clinical findings and linkage analysis of a large pedigree. Neurology. Byrne, PC, Webb S, McSweeney F, Burke T, Hutchinson M, Parfrey NA. Linkage of AD HSP and cognitive impairment to chromosome 2p: haplotype and phenotype analysis indicates variable expression and low or delayed penetrance. Europ J Hum Genet. Cooley WC, Rawnsley E, Melkonian G, et al. Autosomal dominant familial spastic paraplegia: report of a large New England family. Clin Genet. Durr A, Davoine CS, Paternotte C, et al. Phenotype of autosomal dominant spastic paraplegia linked to chromosome 2. Brain. Fink JK. Advances in hereditary spastic paraplegia. Curr Opin Neurol. Fink JK, Heiman-Patterson T, Bird T, et al. Hereditary spastic paraplegia: advances in genetic research. Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia Working group. Neurology.

15. EMedicine - Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia : Article Excerpt By: Nam-Jong Paik, M hereditary spastic paraplegia Strumpell first described hereditary forms ofspastic paraplegia in 1883. Excerpt from hereditary spastic paraplegia. http://www.emedicine.com/pmr/byname/hereditary-spastic-paraplegia.htm

(advertisement) Excerpt from Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia Synonyms, Key Words, and Related Terms: HSP, hereditary spastic paraparesis, familial spastic paraparesis, Strumpell-Lorrain syndrome, Strumpell-Lorrain disease, pure hereditary spastic paraplegia, uncomplicated hereditary spastic paraplegia, complicated hereditary spastic paraplegia Please click here to view the full topic text: Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia Background: Strumpell first described hereditary forms of spastic paraplegia in 1883. Lorrain later described them more extensively. The common feature of these syndromes is progressive, often severe, spasticity in the lower extremities. Hereditary spastic paraplegia (HSP) is also called familial spastic paraparesis and Strumpell-Lorrain syndrome. Numerous clinical reports have documented that HSP syndromes are heterogeneous. Syndromes are classified as uncomplicated or pure when only spinal involvement occurs, and they are classified as complicated when they are associated with neurologic abnormalities such as ataxia, mental retardation, dementia, extrapyramidal dysfunctions, visual or hearing dysfunctions, adrenal insufficiency, and ichthyosis. Inheritance may be X-linked, autosomal recessive, or autosomal dominant. The most useful classifications now are based on the mode of inheritance and genetic linkage. Clinical distinctions between pure and complicated forms of HSP have some utility; however, age of onset often has no clear relation to the HSP genotype.

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17. Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia - Information / Diagnosis / Treatment / Prevention home genetic disorders hereditary spastic paraplegia Hereditary SpasticParaplegia. Information • Diagnosis • Treatment • Prevention. http://www.healthcyclopedia.com/genetic-disorders/hereditary-spastic-paraplegia.

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18. Introduction: Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia - WrongDiagnosis.com Introduction to hereditary spastic paraplegia as a medical condition includingsymptoms, diagnosis, misdiagnosis, treatment, prevention, and prognosis. http://www.wrongdiagnosis.com/h/hereditary_spastic_paraplegia/intro.htm

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19. Paraplegia, Hereditary Spastic hereditary spastic paraplegia (HSP) is a group of inherited neurological disorderscharacterized by progressive weakness (paraplegia) and increased muscle tone http://my.webmd.com/hw/health_guide_atoz/nord398.asp

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