Hope Through Research
Advancing knowledge about the cause, pathogenesis and clinical impact of tremor disorders
The TRG is a consortium of scientific investigators committed to cooperative planning, implementation, analysis, and reporting of controlled clinical trials and other research for tremor disorders.
- Founded
- 2001
- Members
- 30+
- Validated rating scale
- TETRAS
Founded
Members
Validated rating scale
How We Help
Explore the Tremor Research Group
For Patients & Families
Understand tremor and essential tremor — its symptoms, causes, and how it is treated.
Learn moreOur Research
The validated TETRAS rating scale, support for study sponsors, and published research.
Learn moreOur Research
Advancing the science of tremor
The TRG has developed, validated, and published a comprehensive rating scale for essential tremor (TETRAS), and its members have critical roles in most North American clinical trials for essential tremor.
Explore Our ResearchThe TETRAS Scale
A comprehensive, validated rating scale for essential tremor — developed, validated, and published by the TRG.
Clinical Trials
TRG members design, implement, and rate most North American clinical trials for essential tremor.
Collaboration
A consortium of investigators from major North American institutions working cooperatively.
For Patients & Families
Understand tremor. Take an active role in your care.
Essential tremor is the most common form of tremor, affecting about 2–5% of people over the age of 60. Learning about its symptoms, causes, and treatment options can help you have more informed conversations with your physician.
Learn About TremorOur Mission
The TRG aims to advance knowledge about the cause, pathogenesis and clinical impact of tremor disorders and to develop and implement promising therapeutic interventions.
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Your support advances tremor research
The Tremor Research Group is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to advancing knowledge of tremor disorders. Every gift helps fund the research that moves the science forward.
Recent News
News from the TRG
TRG celebrates its 20th anniversary
In 1990, a small group of tremor researchers huddled around a dinner table to discuss matters of importance to tremor research. In 2001, Tremor Research Group was formally established. Thus, 2021 marks its 20th anniversary.
Read moreQuestions about the TRG?
Reach us at tremorresearchgroup@gmail.com.