Morning symptoms like shakiness and muscle pain are common with MS. Many people experience internal tremors or shaking that can feel like vibrations or jitters in the body. These sensations may be more noticeable when lying down or first waking up.
Muscle pain and weakness, particularly in the legs, are also frequent MS Show Full Answer
Morning symptoms like shakiness and muscle pain are common with MS. Many people experience internal tremors or shaking that can feel like vibrations or jitters in the body. These sensations may be more noticeable when lying down or first waking up.
Muscle pain and weakness, particularly in the legs, are also frequent MS symptoms. Some MyMSTeam members describe feelings of stiffness, trembling when first standing up, or legs that "don't want to work" in the morning. Here are some factors that can trigger or worsen muscle symptoms:
• Sudden position changes (like getting out of bed)
• Extreme temperatures
• Stress
• Tight clothing
• Infections
It's important to discuss these morning symptoms with your neurologist. They can help determine if adjustments to your treatment plan are needed and may recommend working with a physical therapist to develop strategies for managing morning stiffness and pain.
August 7, 2025