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JamesU
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Sometimes, almost every night, when I'm just about to fall asleep, my body shakes orjumps a few inches of the bed. can anyone explain this?
yes, exactly.arildno said:You mean like an involuntary twitch in all your muscles, causing you to jump?
yes, right againarildno said:I would think it has something to do with the rather more common "snapping awake" phenomenon (i.e, sitting in your chair dozing, and then with a muscular jerking, becomes fully awake in less than a second)
It happened to me when I was almost in your age. I was about to fall asleep and suddenly I thought I was about to fall from somewhere or fall into a hole and stuff like that and I jumped alittle and sometimes almost sat in my bed. But it doesn't happen to me anymore. Right now other things wake me up. Anyway I think your problem will sort out as you get older.And Perhaps you'll get into other kind of problems problems like insomnia or not having enough time to sleep!yomamma said:Sometimes, almost every night, when I'm just about to fall asleep, my body shakes orjumps a few inches of the bed. can anyone explain this?
It comes and goes.yomamma said:it hasný happened to mein awhile now
That makes sense, because when falling, you are accelerating, and since the jerk is the derivative of acceleration, it is only natural that you should snap awake, or jerk, rather.Evo said:It's called hypnic jerk.
Mine are usually associated with a dream (as I am falling asleep) that I am falling.
Lisa! said:It happened to me when I was almost in your age. I was about to fall asleep and suddenly I thought I was about to fall from somewhere or fall into a hole and stuff like that and I jumped alittle and sometimes almost sat in my bed. But it doesn't happen to me anymore. Right now other things wake me up. Anyway I think your problem will sort out as you get older.And Perhaps you'll get into other kind of problems problems like insomnia or not having enough time to sleep!
Body twitches or jerks before falling asleep are known as hypnic jerks. They are involuntary muscle movements that occur as the body transitions from wakefulness to sleep. These twitches are a normal part of the body's natural sleep process and can be caused by a variety of factors such as stress, caffeine consumption, or physical exhaustion.
In most cases, experiencing body twitches before falling asleep is not a sign of a sleep disorder. However, if the twitches are accompanied by other sleep disturbances or excessive daytime sleepiness, it is best to consult a doctor for further evaluation.
While it is not possible to completely prevent body twitches before falling asleep, there are some steps you can take to reduce their frequency. These include practicing relaxation techniques before bedtime, avoiding caffeine and heavy meals before bedtime, and creating a comfortable sleeping environment.
Body twitches before falling asleep can occur in anyone, but certain individuals may be more prone to experiencing them. People with irregular sleep schedules, high levels of stress, or a history of sleep disorders may be more likely to experience hypnic jerks.
There is limited research on the effectiveness of medications or supplements for reducing body twitches before falling asleep. Some people have reported improvement with magnesium or melatonin supplements, but it is best to consult a doctor before taking any new supplements or medications for this issue.