What causes muscle twitches and involuntary jerks all over my body when I try to get to sleep and relax?
408387
The only thing I can think of is stress.  You probably want to go to a doctor to have it checked out though.  I have a similar problem.  My neck twitches and sometimes my back does too.  Another thing is that they only seem to do it when I think about it.  It's hard not to think about it though.  It's really annoying and I hope you get better from it.  Another thing to think about is that I do have an anxiety disorder so sometimes that makes me stressed out to.  Hope you feel better:)
109194
May be you have become weak and your leg is vibrating sometimes because of weakness. Check out your doc if you think that is the case.
622859
Do you sleep well at night and go to bed at a good time?  Have you seen the doctor lately?  I ask because you might have a health problem such as sleep apnea or possibly thyroid problems.  Diabetes is another illness that zaps your energy.  You should get a physical, the dr will probably want to do blood work to check for thyroid, diabetes, organ problems, anemia, etc.
617144
Occasionally, your eye may twitch at random. This involuntary twitching of the eyelid muscle usually lasts less than a minute. But it can be bothersome. The cause of eyelid twitching isn't known. However, it's often associated with fatigue and stress. You may be able to relieve the twitching by gently massaging the affected eyelid.\n\nAn eyelid twitch is usually harmless. Rarely, a twitching eyelid can be a symptom of a muscle or nerve disease. But if that is the case, it's usually accompanied by other symptoms.
604017
It is very common for muscles to twitch as they relax.  Her behavior does not sound extreme.  There should be nothing to worry about.  The link below discusses this.
1090644
Muscle spasms. You may need some vitamins !
1185638
It sounds like "hypnogogic jerks".  These are also called "myoclonic jerks".\n\nSee:\n\nhttp://www.google.com/search?hl=en&rls=RNWE,RNWE:2004-20,RNWE:en&sa=X&oi=spell&resnum=0&ct=result&cd=1&q=%22hypnagogic+jerks%22.&spell=1
545495
This isn't just due to lack of sleep. Are you taking any medications currently? It could be a reaction to a medication. \n\nYou really need to see a doctor promptly for proper diagnosis. Be sure to take the names of any medications you are currently taking with you.
917066
I get the same thing every now and then. I seem to get it with a combination of lack of sleep and stress.  The twitching usually goes away soon enough, but its really annoying while it lasts. Its nothing to worry about unless it becomes painful.
136469
That sounds like what is often called " a nervous tic"\nIt is often brought on by stress or strain such as over-\ntiredness,anxiety, not enough sleep etc. not allergy.
786729
i would imagine that it's because your body wants to breathe, therefore causing the involuntary movement, but you don't want to breathe, which results in the voluntary contraction of your muscles. this, in turn, would cause a twitch-like movement. although honestly... i think somebody is cheating at the "hold-your-breath" game.
848419
Talk to your doctor about RLS (Restless Leg Syndrome). I have it, and it's a disorder that makes me move my legs all night long... it's like a weird twitching feeling and I feel like I HAVE to keep moving my legs. I do it in my sleep so sometimes I don't even notice it, and sometimes I have to keep my legs moving to get to sleep. Anyway, often times I feel like I ran a marathon the next morning. Try asking your doc for a prescription. Hope I helped.
342437
Eyelid twitches/spasms are generally caused by muscle fatigue.  It may be due to eye strain from such conditions as poor lighting, lack of sleep, undiagnosed vision problem or a need for a new lens prescription.  Potassium, as in bananas, is a better treatment for muscle spasms (and cramping) than calcium because while calcium helps regulate muscle contraction, potassium helps regulate both muscle contraction AND muscle excitability.
526405
Many times the "twitch" is caused by a vitamin B-12 deficiency.  Eat some broccoli or buy some sub-lingual (under the tongue) dissolving vitamins.  They also help with biting your tongue or the inside of your cheeks.
61383
The recurring eye twitch I was going to say could easily be a vitamin deficiency. But then I opened the question and read the details. That would be a little disconcerting. You know, it never hurts to go see your friendly neighborhood doctor and just have everything checked out occasionally. Oh I know the turn your head and cough bit is a tad uncomfortable too, but hey.........at least you don't have stirrups. Ok the point being....go see the doctor no matter what is going on in your head. And don't procrastinate because you are afraid of bad news. He'll probably tell you to start eating right and get more exercise. That feeds your brain more vitamin B and that just might take care of everything! So listen to those people that wrote above me. Make an appt. soon........but let us know how it goes.
519384
Could this be what you are talking about?:\n\n According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, approximately 80% of RLS patients also experience a disorder known as Periodic Limb Movements in Sleep (PLMS). PLMS is characterized by:\n\n    * sudden jerking or bending of the legs during sleep\n    * movements that occur every 5 to 90 seconds and last between 0.5 and 10 seconds\n\nThe movements range from small shudders of the ankles and toes to kicking and flailing of the arms and legs. Sometimes, oral, nasal and abdominal movements also occur. The periodic jerking often wakes the individual (as well as their sleeping partner) and significantly disturbs their quality of sleep.
412534
it oculd be a nerve problem. it happens to me sometimes. you could have just been sitting for too long or in a werid position,  I talked to a nerulogist about it and he said don't worry unelss it gets really bad and your whole legs an arms start shaking all the time