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Clonus | Definition, Causes & Treatment

Noor Alam on Instagram: "Clonus is a neurological sign characterized by involuntary, rhythmic, repeated muscle contractions and relaxations. Common features • Rhythmic, oscillating muscle movements • Often sustained (continues as long as the stretch is applied) • Most commonly seen at the ankle, but can occur at the knee, wrist, or jaw Clinical significance Clonus is an abnormal finding in adults and suggests central nervous system pathology, such as: • Stroke • Multiple sclerosis • Spinal cord