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22 possible causes of 'Muscle rigidity'

1. Muscle rigidity
Muscle rigidity is an alteration of muscle tone in which the muscles are in an involuntary state of continual...

Symptoms:

  • Muscle rigidity
2. Tetanus
Tetanus is a serious bacterial infection that affects the nervous system and causes muscles throughout the bo...

Symptoms:

  • Abdominal cramps
  • Urinary incontinence
  • Fecal incontinence
  • Abdominal pain
  • Muscle rigidity
3. Epilepsy Overview
The types of epilepsy include Juvenile Myoclonic, Benign Rolandic, Reflex, West Syndrome, Lennox-Gastaut Synd...

Symptoms:

  • Visual aura
  • Tongue biting
  • Urinary incontinence
  • Nausea
  • Muscle rigidity
4. Parkinson's Disease
Parkinson's disease (PD) is a progressive neurological disorder. It first presents with problems of movement....

Symptoms:

  • Hard to awaken
  • Erectile dysfunction
  • Pain
  • Frequent falls
  • Muscle rigidity
5. Partial Seizures
The human brain operates by conducting electrical signals through neurons (nerve cells). A seizure occurs whe...

Symptoms:

  • Visual impairment
  • Flushed complexion
  • Moist skin
  • Muscle rigidity
  • Hazy vision
6. Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral palsy is a disorder of muscle movement and coordination. It is caused by an injury to a child's brai...

Symptoms:

  • Poor muscle tone
  • Spasm
  • Seizures
  • Altered growth and development of social skills
  • Muscle rigidity
7. Seizures
Seizures are changes in the brain's electrical activity. This can cause dramatic, noticeable symptoms or even...
This condition is considered a medical emergency. Urgent care may be required.

Symptoms:

  • Black and blue marks
  • Irregular eye movements
  • Muscle rigidity
  • Irregular breathing
  • Visual aura
8. Spinal Cord Injury
A spinal cord injury, or damage to the spinal cord, is an extremely serious type of physical trauma. It will ...
This condition is considered a medical emergency. Urgent care may be required.

Symptoms:

  • Chokes when swallowing
  • Low blood pressure
  • Change in bowel habit
  • Fatigue
  • Muscle rigidity
9. Low Blood Sodium (Hyponatremia)
Low blood sodium is also known as hyponatremia . Sodium is an electrolyte. It helps maintain the balance of w...

Symptoms:

  • Hallucinations
  • Headache
  • General weakness
  • Loss of appetite
  • Muscle rigidity
10. Necrotizing Vasculitis
Necrotizing vasculitis is the inflammation of blood vessel walls, typically small and medium-sized vessels. T...
This condition is considered a medical emergency. Urgent care may be required.

Symptoms:

  • Papule
  • Numbness
  • Arm pain
  • Swallowing problem
  • Muscle rigidity
This feature is for informational purposes only and should not be used to diagnose.
Please consult a healthcare professional if you have health concerns.
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