The symptoms of Stiff Body Syndrome (also known as Stiff-Person Syndrome) primarily involve muscle stiffness and spasms, along with associated psychological symptoms.
Key Symptoms
The core symptoms can be categorized as follows:
- Extreme Muscle Stiffness and Rigidity: This is a hallmark of the condition.
- Most often affects the head, neck, back, chest, and limbs.
- Severe stiffness can also occur in the legs.
- Extreme Spasms: These spasms are often triggered by:
- Stress
- Loud noises
- Other environmental stimuli
- Difficulty Walking
Associated Symptoms
In addition to the primary physical symptoms, individuals may also experience:
- Anxiety and/or depression
Summary Table of Symptoms
| Symptom | Description | Triggers/Location |
|---|---|---|
| Muscle Stiffness & Rigidity | Extreme and persistent tension in muscles. | Head, neck, back, chest, limbs; can be severe in legs. |
| Muscle Spasms | Sudden, involuntary muscle contractions. | Triggered by stress, loud noises, and other environmental stimuli. |
| Mobility Issues | Difficulty in walking and moving around freely due to stiffness and spasms. | Primarily affects legs and overall balance. |
| Psychological Symptoms | Emotional distress and mental health challenges associated with the physical symptoms and chronic nature of the condition. | Anxiety and/or depression. |
