Tics

Transient tics do not need any treatment Tics are a common occurrence in childhood. Tics are made worse by stress or drawing the attention of the child to his tics. In such cases the tics may last for a short duration of time such as three to four months. In these cases no treatment is … Read more

Tics are stereotyped motor movement or vocalization involving groups of muscles. They are sudden, purposeless, rapid and repeated contractions of muscles. Some of the common causes of tics are listed below: Simple tics are a common occurrence in childhood Simple tics commonly occur in the early childhood years. Boys are four times more likely to … Read more

Tics are sudden, repetitive, rapid, purposeless and involuntary movements. They involve discrete muscle groups. Tics are virtually identical to one another. They are non rhythmic movements involving discrete muscle groups. If a single group of muscle is involved in the involuntary movements then they are referred to as simple tics. If a stereotyped movement occurs … Read more

Tics are sudden, repetitive, rapid, purposeless and involuntary movements. They involve discrete muscle groups. Tics are not rhythmic movements and are virtually identical to one another. Tics are stereotyped motor movement or vocalization involving discrete muscle groups. Before doing a tic people affected by this condition usually feel an urge to do the tic. Once … Read more