Parkinson’s disease usually begins after age 40. It is due to changes in the brain of unknown cause resulting in slow and decreased movements,  rigidity affecting muscles, tremors and instability in standing and walking. The tremors show what is called a “pill rolling ” tremor of the hands which is made worse by fatigue and […]

Generally, the same information applies for those wishing to get disability from social security who have suffered fractures of different bones in their legs. In most cases of severe fractures, surgery will have been done. All medical evidence from doctors including x-rays and MRI studies will be sent to those reviewing cases at the state level. […]

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a  condition more commonly seen in women. It is associated with doing repetitive type work using one’s hands such as doing assembly line work involving  grasping and handling objects or typing.  As a claims examiner formerly involved in reviewing disability cases for social security, I am aware of what is needed  for improvng one’s […]

As a former claims examiner reviewing social security disability claims, I am familiar with the process which may lead to a successful approval for benefits in cases of epilepsy. The medical records of the claimant’s treatment by their own personal physican and treating neurologist will be reviewed by state doctors. An important rule is that the […]

Multiple sclerosis is a disease which can produce significant neurological impairments. It usually affects individuals in the twenty to forty year age range.  It is believed to be an autoimmune disorder affecting the central nervous system and can vary greatly in how it affects one’s ability to see, walk  or use one’s hands.  The basic problem appears to […]