10 Symptoms of Parkinson's Disease
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Symptom #4: Postural Instability
Mostly seen in the advanced stages of Parkinson’s disease, postural instability in patients can be dangerous as it causes impaired balance and leads to frequent falls and injuries. It can also cause bone fractures, reduced mobility, and most importantly, loss of self confidence. In the initial stages, postural instability is often absent, especially among younger patients and before the development of symptoms bilaterally.
Among patients with Parkinson’s disease, up to 40% may experience falls. The number of falls may correlate to the severity of the disease.
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