Dystonic tremor

Dystonic tremor

• a movement disorder characterized by sustained involuntary muscle contractions causing twisting and repetitive motions and/or painful and abnormal postures or positions
• occurs in individuals who are affected by dystonia
• is seen in all ages
• it may affect any muscle in the body
• the pattern of dystonic tremor may differ from essential tremor.
• they occur irregularly and often can be relieved by rest.

Reference:

• (1) Tremor fact sheet. National Institute of Neurological Disorders and StrokeNational Institutes of Health. 2007