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Den, I was recently diagnosed (so recently I think I am in self-denial) but I started experiencing shoulder pains two years ago while taking a computer class on campus with 700 freshmen and sophomores. For the last two years I blamed my aches and pains on doing manual dexterity moves with an unsupported arm. I still think that is some cause for the pain. The frozen arm and pain have almost disappeared after two weeks of selegiline twice a day. The tremors still persist (by the way - we have a history of familial tremors which confused the diagnosis) but I can at least write my name legibly. I am also taking a beta-blocker for high blood pressure as well as stage freight (anxiety). The beta-blocker helps with the nervous tremors. I have since sold my business (retail - 6 days/week) and am trying to avoid all stress which seems to set off my tremor more than playing tennis or lifting weights. Are there any similar experiences? Larry Fleming 50/2wks ([log in to unmask]) PS Thanks for the list