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They're called Myoclonic jerks but they can be caused by lots of things. Also, Myoclonic jerk "seizures" are essential a specific type meaning you could only get them if you have seizure that come from the frontal lobe. I thought I had it and after lots of tests it was proven I didn't have it, it was only bad med side effects, but I still had to change meds.
No . There’s a name for this , but can’t remember what it’s called.
My wife does the same when relaxing into bed and doesn’t have Epilepsy.
I felt like I was being sliced lengthwise and couldn't stop
Not necessarily. While jerking movements before sleep can be a symptom of myoclonic seizures, which cause brief, shock-like jerks in muscles, these movements alone don't automatically mean you're having seizures. Myoclonic seizures typically affect the upper body, arms, or legs and may occur in clusters or as single, sudden Show Full Answer
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