General information, not an individual diagnosis. Ask a healthcare professional if you are unsure about your situation.
Muscles normally lose most of their tone during REM sleep. In some disorders this inhibition disappears and dreams involve movements.
Kicking, punching or falling from bed can cause injury. Ask promptly how to make the surroundings safer.
A witness can describe episodes at the consultation. An already available video can also help the doctor.
Video polysomnography confirms the disorder by recording sleep and movements. Describing a nightmare alone is insufficient.
Assessment looks for associated sleep disorders and medicines that may contribute. Bring your medication list.
Care combines protection, treatment of associated disorders and sometimes medicines. Neurological follow-up remains necessary.
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