@pattywelch Hello Patty and welcome to the Parkinson's discussion at Connect. We are glad that you have joined us.

While, I'm not a medical professional, I have had a PD diagnosis and I know what you mean by restlessness. The term for this is "inner tremor." Here is some information about it, http://parkinsonhope.org/ask-doctor/tremors-inside-his-body/.

I have been part of many PD support groups and while the outer tremors are most common, I find that occasionally someone else will talk of the inner tremor or that feeling of restlessness that you speak of.

Regarding the stiffness, most of us in this discussion group feel the exercise is the only way to combat this. There are many good exercise programs for PD. I am part of an PD Dance Class (all done seated), also Tai-Chi is highly recommended for range of motion, some people like yoga (not a personal favorite of mine). Connecting with a good physical therapist who has experience with PD patients is a good way to get started. Here is a good article about exercise and Parkinson's.

Here are some Youtube videos and may help you get started,

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ez2GeaMa4c8&t=20s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4LwWkFHpve0

The important thing is to do something that you enjoy.

I would enjoy getting to know you. Please share with us as you are comfortable doing so, a bit more about your Parkinson's treatment and how you are adjusting to it.

I look forward to hearing from you again.

@pattywelch Hello Patty:

I was thinking about you and noticed that when you posted last month you were discussing stiffness and restlessness. Have these symptoms improved any for you?

I hope that you are feeling better. I would enjoy hearing from you again.

Teresa