Movement - uncontrollable
Alternate Names : Uncontrolled movements, Involuntary body movements, Body movements - uncontrollable, Dyskinesia, Athetosis
Definition
Uncontrollable movements are slow, twisting, continuous, and involuntary movements of the arms, legs, face, neck, or other parts of the body. See also: Tardive dyskinesia
Overview & Considerations
This condition is usually a lifelong problem that begins during childhood and is characterized by involuntary neck, face, forearm, wrist, and hand movements. Facial grimaces along with tongue and jaw movements are often associated with involuntary neck movements. Stress and activity often aggravate this condition, and relaxation and sleep help relieve the problem.
Common Causes
IN CHILDREN IN ADULTS - Drug toxicity
- Degenerative disease
- Genetic disorder
- Neoplastic disease (tumors)
- Vascular (blood vessel) disease, usually stroke
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