Understanding Parkinson’s Rigidity and How to Cope with It
Key Takeaways
Rigidity makes your muscles abnormally stiff and can sometimes be painful, cause sleep problems, make it harder to speak or breathe, and more.
Not all rigidity is the same – the stiffness can be constant and unyielding, jerky, or even specific to the facial muscles, as in the case of hypomimia.
Speech therapy, physiotherapy, exercise, and massage are just some ways to manage Parkinson’s rigidity.
Table of Contents
What You Should Know about Living with Parkinson’s Rigidity While not everyone with Parkinson’s has to deal with rigidity, chances are decent that if you clicked through to this page, you are not one of those fortunate people. Even if you are, it’s helpful to know what doctors and those with the disease are talking […]
The information on this website is sourced from reputable references and real patient experiences. However, it is meant for educational purposes only. For medical decisions, please consult a healthcare professional.
