Slow movement and stiffness
You could also have Parkinson’s if you start having slower movements or experiencing stiffness. This symptom is common among older individuals (adults above 60 years old). The slow movement and stiffness occurs concurrently with time especially in the morning before you start your day. Like many symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, many healthy people suffer from occasional stiffness and slow movements. The main difference with Parkinson’s is; the slowness and stiffness are persistent. It doesn’t go away after some time such as when you start your day.
The slow movement (bradykinesia) and limb stiffness (rigidity) are early symptoms of Parkinson’s. They are caused by the impairment of neurons responsible for controlling movement. People with Parkinson’s disease tend to experience jerkier motions on the onset which develop into severe uncoordinated motion patterns. When the disease has progressed, a person can develop a “shuffling gait” characterized by reduced arm swings, shortened steps, and a forward flexed posture.
