Myoclonus (pronounced "my-OCK-lo-nus") is a sudden muscle spasm that you can’t control. It can be a natural reflex – like jumping when something scares you or getting the hiccups from laughing too ...

Myoclonus is a sudden and involuntary muscle spasm. It is usually a symptom of an underlying disorder and can interfere with eating, talking, and walking. The movement is involuntary and can’t be ...