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Hypnagogic Jerks
Hypnagogic jerks are sudden muscle twitches as you fall asleep—often paired with a falling sensation. They are common and usually harmless, though caffeine, stress, and irregular bedtimes can increase frequency.
Hypnagogic jerks are sudden muscle twitches as you fall asleep—often paired with a falling sensation. They are common and usually harmless, though caffeine, stress, and irregular bedtimes can increase frequency.
Persistent jerks that fully wake you may overlap with periodic limb movements.
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