What Is Tourette's Syndrome? Tourette's Syndrome is a neurological disorder characterized by involuntary movements and/or vocalizations. At the time of this writing, experts are not yet sure what causes Tourette's, and there is no known cure.  Thankfully, Tourette's is not life-threatening, however, it can be difficult living with this condition. Doctors can help some patients control this syndrome with various medications, but modern research has revealed that upper cervical spine treatment may benefit those with Tourette's.