Nocturnal Myoclonus treatment in Benito Juárez

Nocturnal myoclonus refers to brief, involuntary muscle jerks that occur during sleep or as one falls asleep, and which can interrupt rest or go almost unnoticed.

How it presents? They are felt as quick contractions in the legs or arms during the night; in some cases they wake the person or affect the sleep quality of whoever shares the bed.

Common causes: They can be related to the transition between wakefulness and sleep, as well as to various disturbances of nighttime rest.

Which specialist treats it? The neurologist, and professionals dedicated to sleep medicine, are the ones who evaluate these movements and their impact on rest. If the jerks regularly disturb your sleep, it is advisable to discuss it with a specialist for an evaluation.