Chorea

Chorea involves irregular, sometimes jerky or writhing movements of the face and limbs that cannot be controlled. Chorea is not in itself a disease; rather, it is a symptom of another neurological issue. Chorea has many underlying causes, including but not limited to head trauma, infection, genetic conditions or inflammation. Because the causes of chorea are so varied, treatments can vary widely, but may include medication, physical therapy or surgery.