Hi Rajesh,
Regardless of what this condition is called, for me it is yet another symptom of Parkinson's Condition alas, impostor that it is.

I practise my handwriting on a daily basis nowadays, at the very least it is slowing the deterioration to the point where I can say there has been good improvement.

Taking encouragement from this, may I urge your goodself not to let your handwriting go, keep at it, least it be lost beyond the point of no return.


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Hi Rajesh, my handwriting ain't as good as it used to be. It seems OK at first, but if I have a lot to write I can write from a half hour upto an hour... but then it starts to deteriorate. It get that bad, that even I can't tell what certain words are.

As the tremours effect both my hands now, this doesn't obviously help and my writng resembles shorthand scribble.. or a Chinese Menu... I don't think I have full-on Microgrphia... I would say that it's as unpredictable as the tremours, it comes & goes. If I only write for a little time I'm fine.

I wish you well....

Yours Sincerely Dirky //;O))x

Thank you Aliveo and Dirky for your comments. Taking notes is part of my work routine and now it has reached a point where after the meeting is over, it is getting difficult to recognise my own words from the notes, so I am writing to see if one can "reverse" this condition or is there a way to improve?I am right handed and so far the right hand does not shake, so, any activity performed using right hand is fine, the other "tricky" part is that my signature is not what it used to be prior to PD, and I happen to be one of the signatories on the company cheques, so if the bank rejects one of the company cheques on the basis that the signature does not "match" it will not be a pleasant scenario at work for me.

Rajesh, You are not alone. Inever had neet handwritting to begin with . I have to be extre careful when sitting numbers. It can be pretty discouraging when I can't read my own writing. Regguarding your signature talk to your bank about getting a signature stamp. Then they will match every time. Years ago I haad an ambidesrouss professor who would start on the chalk board with his left hand and then pass the chalk to the right one and continue. PD has also affected my ability to type neatly. good luck Alex

Hi Alex,

Thank you for your message. Getting a signature stamp is a neat idea!

Best Wishes,
Rajesh

Hello Rajesh, This handwriting problem is the one symptom that reminds me that I have PD. I used to have perfect handwriting, but now, at times, I can hardly sign my name. Strange, I have not yet had tremours in my hands. Must just be motor skills impairment. If I take a deep breath, relax and make myself slow down, I can write a lot better. Seems like when I get nervous and try to write too fast, is when my writing gets very small. Like the idea of a signature stamp.

Hi. I am not sure abotu Canada but here in the states i got a pyhsical therapist through my neuro...they work wiht arm excercises etc. One tip: take a set of those lightweighgt 3 pound Jane Foda platic covered workout weights and while u watch TV etc just take one weight in each hand and work u wrist around in its full range of motionwhile movign u arms out away from your bod and back, this strengthens the muscles that are becoming affected and might make u hand shake more at first so do it after work or in the evening. Strenghten the muscles! Also....if it is really a critical problem given your position perhaps use a digital recorder and do your rewrites on the computer with Dragonspeak handsfree ssoftware thereby eliminating the absolute necesssity that u write no matter what. Signature stamp is GREAT idea from Hisknobs!

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one of the first regular questions my neuro nurse always asks is how is you handwriting... my answer is always the same... it's always been bad and it has... but i think and this may sound strange but i think it is getting better... maybe because i am conscious of the fact it may deteriorate but i find myself writing slower and clearer... paula

Rajesh, Hello, just a message from another PD person, my hand writing is BAD. BAD BAd

Although presently I am lucky enough to be employed, and no-one knows I have PD, they just think I have bad writing, etc.

Are you the Rajesh I talked to a while ago, about fenugreek?

My handwriting doesn't always look the best. My hands tend to tighten up & draw up to the point of pain when I write. I warned my bank about the P.D. & the changing appearance in my signature.( although, we have a small town bank where everybody knows you.). I like Hisknobs idea of a signature stamp. Backpackers idea was good too, but a bit too saphisticated for me. Maybe good for you though!

Hi all,
I don't know if this helps, my apologies if you have heard of this before. I had an appointment with my osteopath on Tuesday and I talked to her about this problem related to me.
She has this really neat exercise where you get a decent size elastic band and place it around your fingertips. Open and close your hand just enough ( everyone will be different ) and what you get is a controlled finger stretch. I have hand grips and she explained they are great but this stretch will work different muscles.

Hoping this helps someone as it has helped me.
Cheers to all
Darlene

Hi Backpacker,

Thank you for your exercise tip and using the software to "transcribe" the notes. I shall attempt and will report my findings.

It is really great to receive so many helpful tips from all DS members.

Best Wishes

Hi Peachybum,

Yes, that was me that you mention about fenugreek seeds.

Thanks!

Hi Darlene,

Thank you for your helpful suggestion.I needed to ask you that do I wrap the elastic band on all five fingers or is it looping through each finger and thumb and then I open/shut my fist?

Thanks
Rajesh

Hi Ranjesh,
Sorry for not being clearer .
Bring your fingers together (like a claw)and put the elastic band around your finger tips, then just open and shut. Different bands will provide different resistance. Some I had at home were too small while some gave no resistance.
Hope it helps you. I have been practicing while at work.
Good luck
Darlene