What Are the Causes of Bradykinesia and When to Contact a Doctor?
Bradykinesia mostly appears as a side effect of antipsychotic drugs or a symptom of Parkinson’s [4]. The primary cause is unknown. A study from 2001 shows that bradykinesia can be caused by the inability of basal ganglia to function properly. Research also shows that dopamine [5] plays a vital role in causing the condition.
Although the evidence supporting the studies are compelling, more research still needs to be done to understand the main cause of bradykinesia.
Sluggish movement is one of the first signs of bradykinesia. You should contact your doctor if you start to notice sluggish muscle movement in yourself or someone else. Since sluggish movement is a symptom of other conditions, it is important to visit your doctor immediately so they can rule out the presence of other conditions.