How to Differentiate Tremors from Dyskinesia
The main difference between tremors and dyskinesia is the rhythm of the movement, especially around a single joint. Tremors are typically suppressible with activity and movement, while dyskinesia tends to be disordered and involuntary. Below are more specific signs and symptoms of each condition that can help you figure out the differences:
– Tremors: cause shaking movements that occur when you are at rest and stop with movements; typically affect the head, jaw, feet, and hands; worsen with intense emotions or stress; may affect one or both sides of the body.
– Dyskinesia: causes swaying, bobbing, or writhing movements; typically occurs the legs; affect the same side of the body as other symptoms of Parkinson’s disease; may appear when other symptoms of Parkinson’s improve; worsen when you are excited or stressed. [5]
