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Alternative names Return to top
Uncontrolled movements; Involuntary body movements; Body movements - uncontrollableDefinition Return to top
Uncontrollable movements are slow, twisting, continuous, and involuntary movements of the arms, legs, face, neck, or other parts of the body.Considerations Return to top
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.Common Causes Return to top
IN CHILDRENHome Care Return to top
Swimming, stretching, walking, and balancing exercises can help coordination and slow down the deterioration process.Call your health care provider if Return to top
If there are any persistent involuntary movements that are unexplained, you should call your health care provider.
What to expect at your health care provider's office Return to top
The medical history will be obtained and a physical examination performed.TREATMENT
Uncontrollable movements may be treated with various medications. This will be decided by the health care provider based on the constellation of symptoms and signs.
AFTER SEEING YOUR HEALTH CARE PROVIDER
You may want to add a diagnosis related to uncontrollable movement to your personal medical record.
Update Date: 5/12/2003 Updated by: Elaine T. Kiriakopoulos, M.D., M.Sc., Department of Neurology, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard University, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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