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I Was Just Diagnosed. Is Violent Jerking Of Arms And Legs At Night A Common Symptom Of PD?
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Just when I get relaxed for a night's sleep my legs start jerking and my arms flail. It only lasts a few seconds but happens again a few minutes later and again and again. I'm also feeling muscle spasms in my back when it happens. This happens nightly with soreness and stiffness the next morning.

posted November 14, 2021
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A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I have that extended release pill it seems to do fine. No problem so far

posted December 4, 2021
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

That's what my doctor did, and he gave me an extended release pill for night.

posted December 4, 2021
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I take another Half dose of my med ( carbidodopa/levodopa) it takes 30 to 45 minutes for it to be effective, but it works. Ask your doctor if that's ok for you.

posted November 30, 2021
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Thank you Windy. I had an appointment with my doctor last week. She upped my med. I actually slept thru the night last night!

posted December 4, 2021
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Yes, jerking is part of PD. I even felt down from the bed twice! Now I use something to protect my side of the bed. You can get it from Amazon.

posted November 18, 2021

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