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I get very intense muscle cramps. Is this part of parkinson's

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Spring, TX
March 8
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Hi PhillipWells,
Dystonia is one of the most intense Parkinson’s pain. Mine is in my left thumb and my right foot, at the moment. It comes and goes. I have no control over the intensity or length of time, it starts and stops. My neighbors get to hear an old man scream, when it tightens my right foot. Poor little left thumb, I am convinced it’s going to just fall off one day! You all I try to find laughter as I live day to day with Parkinson’s. It’s one of my strongest coping mechanisms.

March 8
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Are intense muscle cramps a symptom of Parkinson's disease?

Yes, intense muscle cramps can be a symptom of Parkinson's disease. These cramps are often related to a condition called dystonia, which involves involuntary muscle contractions or tightening.

Dystonia can cause
* Painful muscle spasms and cramping
* Soreness Show Full Answer

Are intense muscle cramps a symptom of Parkinson's disease?

Yes, intense muscle cramps can be a symptom of Parkinson's disease. These cramps are often related to a condition called dystonia, which involves involuntary muscle contractions or tightening.

Dystonia can cause:
* Painful muscle spasms and cramping
* Soreness and discomfort
* Symptoms that commonly affect the hands, toes, and feet
* Cramping that can also occur in the throat, neck, and face muscles

Many people with Parkinson's describe experiencing this type of pain. A MyParkinsonsTeam member explained that when their loved one's foot tries to curl or clench due to Parkinson's, it causes pain.

Muscle cramps and the pain they cause are part of the broader category of musculoskeletal pain in Parkinson's. This type of pain results from the rigidity and stiffness that are common motor symptoms of the condition.

If you're experiencing intense muscle cramps, it's important to discuss this with your neurologist or healthcare provider. There are treatment options available, including muscle relaxants and personalized exercise plans from physical therapists, that may help reduce this type of pain.

March 8

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