How does sleep myoclonus differ from regular muscle twitches?

Sleep myoclonus is a kind of muscle twitch that happens when you are sleeping. It is usually not something to worry about.

Differences from Regular Muscle Twitches:

1. Timing: Sleep myoclonus happens during sleep, while regular muscle twitches can occur when you are awake or asleep.
2. Causes: Sleep myoclonus is often seen in babies and is considered normal. Regular muscle twitches can have different causes like stress or exercise.
3. Impact: Sleep myoclonus is generally harmless and does not need treatment.

According to the references, sleep myoclonus is common in newborn babies and is called benign neonatal sleep myoclonus. It is considered harmless and usually goes away on its own. Regular muscle twitches, however, can be caused by different things and might need to be looked at if they are bothersome.