The spasm often causes a fixed expression in the face with staring eyes and infrequent blinking. When the patient walks, a hurrying gait occurs spontaneously. The quality of speech maybe affected, because the muscles are stiff and uncoordianated. Mental depression, irritability and a loss of will to do things are common. Heat intolerence and excessive sweating may occur.
Falls are frequent.
There maybe difficulty in performing daily activities like drinking, washing, dressing etc. Though there is no true cure for Parkinson's, medicines are now available which control the symtoms if treatment is started early and continued regularly. Sufficient calories, fluids and roughage should be included in the diet. Physiotherapy is required. Heat and massage are soothing to the stiff and painful muscles.