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Content updated on Sep 20, 2022
What is sleep-related rhythmic movement disorder?
Sleep-related rhythmic movement disorder (RMD) involves rhythmic, repeated body movements while drowsy or asleep. Loud humming or other sounds are sometimes made along with the body motions. It is common in babies and children. The exact cause is unknown, but is seen in children and adults who are not in perfect health. Rare causes include head injury, stress, and infection of the brain.
Symptoms of sleep-related rhythmic movement disorder
Unusual behaviors or actions when sleeping
Knocking head back and forth against the bed when sleeping
Shaking head left and right when asleep
Rocking back-and-forth on all fours when sleeping
Legs shake or rock when falling asleep
Teeth grinding while sleeping
Suck my thumb when sleeping
Questions your doctor may ask to check for sleep-related rhythmic movement disorder
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose sleep-related rhythmic movement disorder
Do you have unusual behaviors or actions when sleeping?
Do you knock your head back and forth against the bed or pillow when sleeping?
Do you shake your head left and right when asleep?
When sleeping, do you sometimes rock back-and-forth on all fours?
Do your legs shake or rock as you fall asleep?
Treatment for sleep-related rhythmic movement disorder
In most cases, the symptoms fade away as the child becomes older or the health of the person improves. Medications like sedatives may be prescribed to reduce symptoms.
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Seiji Kanazawa, MD, PHD
Obstetrics and gynecology (OBGYN)
National Center for Child Health and Development, Japan