William Jay Smith, Poet and Craftsman of Rhythm, Dies at 97. William Jay Smith in 1990. William Jay Smith, a former United States poet laureate whose work was known both for its acuteness of observation and acuteness of craftsmanship, died on Tuesday in Pittsfield, Mass. He was 97. His son, Gregory Jay Smith, confirmed the death.
To help control tremor in your hand or arm when you are trying to use the hand, press the affected elbow against your body to stabilize your upper arm and then perform the movement. Wearing a rigid brace across a joint or putting a little weight on the hand may help to reduce tremor and restore control.
What Causes Shaky Hands? Many people associate shaky hands with Parkinsonâs disease, but the most common cause of shaking hands is actually essential tremor. Essential tremor is the most common neurologic disorder affecting adults, but itâs not well understood. Itâs likely caused by a disruption in normal brain function of the cerebellum, though researchers are not entirely sure what causes the interruption, if it is a degenerative process, or how it can be stopped. People with essential tremor often experience frequent shaking. The shaking is most common in the hands, arms, head, and vocal cords, and cannot be controlled. This shaking is most obvious when you try to use a muscle. When the muscle is relaxed, the shaking will likely not occur or it will become milder.