3 ways to identify the symptoms of 'tremors' caused by Parkinson's disease

First, the trembling situation is important

Body tremors can be divided into two types, depending on the situation in which they are trembling.

When we are resting, such as when we sit still watching TV or when we are comfortably lying on the bed, our body trembles is called stability tremor, and on the other hand, when we do certain activities such as holding a spoon or writing, our body trembles is called activity tremor.

Restual tremor is the most common aspect in patients with Parkinson's disease, and active tremor often occurs without a causative disease. And if stable tremor and activity tremor occur at the same time, it may be a rare disease. Therefore, if you feel nervous when you are resting, or if your body is shaking without even trying, it is important to visit a medical institution as soon as possible.

Second, pay attention to the speed of the tremor

Depending on the underlying disease, the speed of the body's tremors may vary. For example, if there is a lesion in the brain itself, the body trembles about 1~4 times per second, if there is Parkinson's disease, it is 4~6 times per second, and if there is physiological tremor, it is about 7~12 times per second. If you have slow tremors of about 2~4 times per second, it is better to visit a hospital.

Third, symmetrical tremors?

When the body trembles, it is not so much the tremor itself that is important, whether it is a symmetrical or asymmetrical tremor. For example, trembling in both hands is symmetrical tremor, and trembling in only one hand is asymmetrical tremor. Asymmetrical tremor indicates that there may be an abnormality or lesion in either brain function.

Advice when tremor symptoms appear

Excessive consumption of caffeinated beverages, such as coffee, or severe stress can cause temporary tremors. However, if the tremor persists for more than 3 months, it is necessary to get tested. Also, if it is accompanied by symptoms such as muscle weakness, ataxia (staggering), or difficulty walking, it may be a bad sign.