Coronation Street actor Rob Mallard has opened up about his secret health battle, revealing he suffers from an essential tremor. The 25-year-old, who plays Daniel Osbourne on the soap, said the condition was the reason fans spotted him 'shaking' during an appearance on ITV's This Morning in January.
Mallard admitted he felt 'exposed' after the interview, during which some viewers accused him of being drunk due to his involuntary shaking. Essential tremor is a neurological disorder that causes uncontrollable shaking, most commonly in the hands and forearms, but also potentially affecting the head, face, voice box, tongue, neck, and chin.
The condition is progressive and involuntary, with no known cure. However, treatments such as drugs and surgery can provide symptom relief. The exact cause remains unknown, though recent research suggests changes in certain brain areas may be responsible.
