Why do people shudder in his sleep: the discovery of scientists

The phenomenon of sudden uncontrollable tremors in the moment of falling asleep was much more common than previously thought - a new study experts from the Scientific Center in St. Louis sheds light on the nature of the surprising phenomenon.

As researchers found, while falling asleep wince almost 70 percent of the people. This feature is known as a medicine hypnagogic twitch during sleep   - The person at the time of immersion in the dream it seems that he is almost forgotten, when suddenly there is a reduction of the muscles and felt the characteristic physical convulsions. Typically, this happens when the phase transition from wakefulness to sleep. This process literally siyuminuten.

According to James K. Walsh, executive director and senior fellow at the medical center in St. Louis, hypnagogic twitch during sleep - Despite its impressive name - absolutely normal manifestation of the nervous system. Even given the fact that a small portion of such people tolerate jerk during sleep   extremely difficult. For them, the cramps in the moment of falling asleep are comparable to the explosion as causing panic sensation as if the head is splitting apart. However, doctors say that even these feelings are not a sign of any physical or mental problems.

Most experts agree a sleep-in the opinion that the hypnagogic   jerk during sleep   It caused a total relaxation of the body, which is entering a phase of rest. To the night shivering does not cause discomfort, it is necessary to help your body as much as possible a smooth transition to sleep. First of all, you need to provide the most relaxing environment: try to have supper for 3-4 hours before bedtime, avoid smoking and caffeine. In addition, it is important to stick to a regular sleep schedule - that is sleep and wake up at about the same time.

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