Progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) is a rare brain condition that damages the nerve cells in the area of the brain that control movement. It causes issues with walking, balance, eye function, and other body movements.

PSP is often mistaken for Parkinson's disease, but people with PSP don't usually have tremors and don't respond to Parkinson's medications. An MRI can help your doctor make a diagnosis.

This condition usually affects people in their 60s or 70s, and the cause is unknown.

There's no cure for PSP, but medications and physical therapy can help control symptoms. Eventually, PSP may affect your ability to swallow or lead to falls that cause injuries.



 

 ## Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition

  department###  [Neurology](/departments/neurology) 

 A department providing specialized evaluation and treatment for a wide range of brain and nerve conditions, including stroke, Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, headaches, memory loss… 

 

 

  department###  [Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Center](/departments/neurology/parkinsons-disease-and-movement-disorders-center) 

 A center within the Department of Neurology where movement disorder specialists and Parkinson’s specialists diagnose and treat Parkinson’s disease and related disorders with perso… 

 

 

  department###  [Physical and Occupational Therapy](/departments/physical-and-occupational-therapy) 

 A department providing personalized PT/OT, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and sports rehab to support recovery and mobility, helping patients regain function, build strength… 

 

 

  department###  [Physical Therapy](/departments/physical-and-occupational-therapy/physical-therapy) 

 A program within the Department of Physical and Occupational Therapy providing physical therapy (physio) to help patients recover from injury, improve movement, and manage pain th…