Are there episodic ataxia treatments that can help?

Are there episodic ataxia treatments that can help?

Depending on your symptoms, healthcare providers may recommend medications that block nerve channels. These medications can help control or reduce ataxia episodes.

Other medications help with certain symptoms like nystagmus or seizures. Researchers are studying new ways that medications can help people with EA.

You may also have physical therapy to help you get stronger and improve problems with walking (gait disorders).