Are you experiencing internal tremors that feel like a pneumatic drill in your body?
Internal tremors can be a distressing symptom for people with Parkinson's. While the search results focus mainly on visible external tremors, many MyParkinsonsTeam members do report experiencing internal shaking or vibrations that others Show Full Answer
Are you experiencing internal tremors that feel like a pneumatic drill in your body?
Internal tremors can be a distressing symptom for people with Parkinson's. While the search results focus mainly on visible external tremors, many MyParkinsonsTeam members do report experiencing internal shaking or vibrations that others can't see but feel very intense.
Parkinson's tremors are typically resting tremors, meaning they're most noticeable when your body is at rest rather than during movement. About 70 percent of people with Parkinson's experience tremors as a key symptom.
These tremors can affect different parts of the body:
- Hands and arms (most common)
- Legs
- Torso
- Jaw and lips
- Head
The intensity and location of tremors can worsen during periods of high stress or anxiety. They typically subside during sleep.
If these internal tremors are new or have changed significantly, it's worth discussing them with your neurologist. They may be able to adjust your medications or explore other treatment options like deep brain stimulation (DBS), which has been shown to help restore muscle control and reduce tremors.
You're not alone in experiencing this unsettling sensation.
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