Ensuring high-quality and adequate sleep is conducive to the maintenance of personal health and the normal operation of various organs, but in today's life, more and more people have insomnia and dreams, and in the long run, it will also have a great impact on the body, so it is also necessary to pay attention to positive conditioning.
In addition to insomnia and dreams, many people also have this situation in the process of sleeping at night, that is, the problem of sudden shaking, waking up in the middle of the night is difficult to fall asleep, which also makes people feel very puzzled, why this phenomenon? Is there a problem with your health? Let's analyze it in detail.
When sleeping, the body suddenly "jerks", what's the matter? Don't blame you for not reminding you sooner
Even if this phenomenon occurs at night while sleeping, it is called "physiological muscle jerk", which is also a convulsive phenomenon in the state of muscle hormones.
What is "physiological muscle twitch"?
"Physiological muscle jerk" is a physiological phenomenon in which muscles contract and relax rapidly and involuntarily. Usually present in a quiet or relaxed state, such as sleep, rest, or prolonged posture, and is characterized by a short duration, low frequency, and less intensity, without pain, soreness, and fatigue.
This phenomenon is caused by repeated excitation of muscle fibers, and not by pathological damage of muscle neurons or manifestations of muscle weakness.
If there are large, frequent, long-lasting muscle jerks, or accompanying symptoms, such as pain, numbness, muscle weakness, etc., you should seek medical attention in time and conduct examinations to rule out the possibility of nerve or muscle diseases.
Occasionally shaking when sleeping, is not a big deal, but also reflects the health of the individual, so do not ignore it in ordinary times, of course, if there is often frequent shaking during sleep, it may also be related to the following diseases.
(1) The body is deficient in calcium
Calcium deficiency in the body is one of the causes of some shaking or trembling during sleep. Calcium deficiency can affect the proper function and strength of muscles, causing muscle twitching or shaking. This twitching or shaking usually lasts for a short time and may cause sudden shaking or shaking during sleep, but it does not affect the whole body.
In addition, calcium deficiency in the body may also lead to other symptoms such as bone pain, fatigue, depression, etc. If you suspect that your body is deficient in calcium, you should consult a doctor for appropriate examination and diagnosis, and determine the appropriate treatment.
(2) High mental pressure
Mental stress can cause physical tension and muscle stiffness, which can make you suddenly shake while sleeping. This shaking is usually short-lived and may occur only once or twice, rather than constant shaking or convulsions. In addition to shaking while sleeping, mental stress can lead to other sleep problems such as difficulty falling asleep, waking up at night, nightmares, etc.
If you think that mental stress is causing sleep problems and shakiness, you can try some ways to reduce stress and relax your body, such as deep breathing, yoga, meditation, warm baths, etc. If sleep problems and shaking persist, a doctor should be consulted to evaluate other potential problems and develop appropriate treatment options.
(3) Kidney deficiency
Sudden shaking during sleep with kidney deficiency may be related to neuropathy caused by kidney deficiency. Kidney deficiency is a state of physical weakness considered by Chinese medicine, usually accompanied by symptoms such as fatigue, back pain, cold hands and feet, and lack of energy. Neuropathy may cause sudden shaking or spasm of muscles in certain parts of the body, which may manifest as sudden shaking during sleep.
If you think that sudden shaking while sleeping may be related to kidney deficiency, consult a TCM doctor or nephrologist for relevant examination and diagnosis. Treatment of kidney deficiency usually involves adjusting diet, increasing exercise, using Chinese medicine or other maintenance methods to promote the recovery of kidney function and nervous system. During treatment, care should also be taken to maintain adequate sleep and relaxation to avoid overwork and excessive stress.
(4) Brain nerve excitement
Sudden shaking of nerves in the brain during sleep may be related to nocturnal myoclonus. Nocturnal myoclonus is when muscles contract involuntarily during sleep, causing sudden convulsions or shaking. It usually occurs during the deep sleep phase or when entering REM sleep, not when falling asleep. Nocturnal myoclonus is associated with nerve excitation and may be caused by certain medical conditions, such as anemia, diabetes, hypothyroidism, etc.
If you think sudden shaking while sleeping may be related to nocturnal myoclonus, consult a neurologist for testing and diagnosis. Treatment of nocturnal myoclonus usually includes pharmacologic and nonpharmacological treatments. Medications include magnesium, calcium channel blockers, and antidepressants. Non-pharmacological treatments include relaxation training, stretching, massage, etc. Care should also be taken to get enough sleep and relaxation to avoid overwork and overexcitement.
(5) Excessive exercise during the day
Sudden shaking while sleeping after excessive exercise during the day may be associated with fatigue. When the body is tired, the muscles may twitch or shake naturally. Such tics usually do not require treatment and will go away on their own after rest.
In addition, sudden shaking when sleeping after excessive exercise during the day may also be related to other factors, such as drug side effects, neurological disorders, muscle diseases, etc. If jitter is very noticeable or persistent, it is recommended to consult a doctor for evaluation and diagnosis.
In order to avoid sudden shaking when sleeping after excessive exercise during the day, it is recommended to gradually increase the amount of exercise to avoid excessive exercise and excessive fatigue. In addition, paying attention to getting enough sleep and relaxing the body and mind can help relieve fatigue and reduce shakiness during sleep.
If there is a "physiological muscle jerk", how should it be improved?
1. Ensure adequate rest and sleep, especially at night, adjust living habits, and maintain a regular work and rest time.
2. Avoid excessive fatigue, proper exercise can help reduce the appearance of convulsions, but do not exercise excessively, so as not to backfire.
3. Reduce mental stress, learn to relax and relax, relieve tension and improve muscle tension through meditation, massage, etc.
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