Q & A with Dr. Erik Krause: Rigidity

When you think of Parkinson’s, we mostly think tremor. The cardinal features of parkinsonism include resting tremor, slowness, postural instability, and rigidity. Neurologists often neglect the signs and symptoms associated with rigidity, which is defined by increased muscle tone throughout a muscle group. This can result in decreased range of motion, walking changes, and even pain. […]