Are Parkinson's Tremors Linked to Mechanical Vibration in the Environment?

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The discussion centers on the potential relationship between Parkinson's tremors and mechanical vibrations in the environment. Participants explore whether there has been any research on how environmental vibrations might influence the rhythm of tremors in individuals with Parkinson's disease, particularly in contexts of stress or anxiety.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about any studies linking Parkinson's tremors to mechanical vibrations in the immediate environment.
  • Another participant expresses uncertainty, stating they have not heard of any studies suggesting mechanical vibration as a cause of tremors.
  • A different participant proposes the idea of tremors being in sync with environmental vibrations, suggesting a potential relationship rather than a direct cause-and-effect link.
  • One participant explains the physiological basis of parkinsonian tremors, mentioning the role of dopaminergic neurons and acetylcholine activity, but questions the relevance of sound or vibration.
  • Another participant seeks clarification on their question about measuring tremor rhythms against mechanical vibrations, expressing uncertainty about the phrasing of their inquiry.
  • A final participant admits they do not have an answer to the question posed.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the topic. There are multiple competing views regarding the relationship between mechanical vibrations and Parkinson's tremors, and the discussion remains unresolved.

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Participants express uncertainty about existing research and the phrasing of questions, indicating potential limitations in the current understanding of the topic.

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Does anyone know if Parkinson's tremors have ever been studied in relation to mechanical vibration in the persons immediate environment?
 
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As in mechanical vibration being a cause of it? No, can't say that I've heard any.
 
I was thinking more along the line of the tremors or nodding being in tune with mechanical vibration in their environment. Though the possibility of it being part of the cause and effect is interesting to consider. Of course that's probably what you answered. Just to clarify because I may have bungled the question-

Let's say someone with Parkinson's is stressed or anxious and begins to nod or tremble. Has anyone studied the visible physiological movement in relation to, let's say, the sound and vibration produced by a refrigeration unit, or similar object, in their immediate environment?
 
The parkinsonian tremor can be explained physiologically... The death of the dopaminergic neurones from the substantia niagra to the stiatum causes increased activity of the acetylcholine neurones in the striatum, which causes the resting tremor...

When someone with parkinson's moves the resting tremor goes away...

I'm not sure what you are asking but i don't see how sound or vibration will have any effect...
 
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Revenged, thank you for your response.

I'm not suggesting cause and effect. My question is whether anyone has ever measured tremor rhythm against that of mechanical vibration present in the immediate environment.

Can anyone help me out with how I've phased the question, or should I stop digging now that I've dug this particular trench? :<)
 
Tbh, I don't know...
 

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