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8 results found in Parkinson's disease.
- Akinesia (Poverty of Movement)
- The loss or impairment of the ability to initiate voluntary movement, distinct from muscle weakness or paralysis. In Parkinson's Disease, akinesia manifests as difficulty starting movements, reduced s…
- Bradykinesia (Slowness of Movement)
- Bradykinesia is a motor symptom characterized by slowness of movement and a progressive reduction in the speed and amplitude of repetitive actions. It is one of the cardinal symptoms of Parkinson's di…
- Freezing of Gait (FOG, Gait Freezing, Motor Blocks)
- A common and debilitating symptom of Parkinson's Disease in which a person suddenly and temporarily feels as though their feet are glued to the floor, despite intending to walk. Freezing episodes typi…
- Micrographia (Small Handwriting)
- A condition characterized by abnormally small, cramped handwriting that often becomes progressively smaller within a line or paragraph. Micrographia is a common early sign of Parkinson's Disease, resu…
- Mobility Assessment (Mobility Evaluation, Gait Assessment)
- A clinical evaluation that quantifies a person's movement capabilities, including walking pattern, balance, and motor performance. Mobility assessments are used to diagnose conditions like Parkinson's…
- Motor Fluctuation (On-Off Phenomenon, Wearing Off, On-Off Periods)
- Variations in motor function experienced by people with Parkinson's Disease, typically related to medication timing. During 'on' periods when medication is working optimally, motor symptoms are contro…
- Rigidity (Muscle Rigidity, Stiffness)
- Increased muscle tone causing stiffness and resistance to passive movement, commonly experienced in Parkinson's Disease and other neurological conditions. Unlike spasticity (which varies with movement…
- Unified Parkinson's Disease Rating Scale (UPDRS, MDS-UPDRS)
- A standardized clinical assessment tool used to measure the severity and progression of Parkinson's Disease across multiple domains: mental, behavioral, and mood; activities of daily living; motor exa…