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Kinetic Tremor
Involuntary rhythmic movements that occur during voluntary motion, requiring specific rehabilitation strategies to improve functional performance.
Full Definition
Kinetic tremor is an involuntary, rhythmic oscillation that appears or worsens during voluntary movement of the affected body part. This type of tremor is distinct from resting tremor and significantly impacts functional activities such as eating, writing, and grooming. In neurorehabilitation, kinetic tremor management involves adaptive strategies, weighted tools, and specific exercises designed to improve movement control and reduce tremor amplitude during functional tasks.
Usage
Usage note: Distinguish from intention tremor, which specifically worsens as the target is approached.
In Context
- "The patient's kinetic tremor significantly impaired writing ability, necessitating adaptive equipment recommendations." — Occupational therapy evaluation
- "Weighted utensils were provided to minimize the impact of kinetic tremor during feeding activities." — Adaptive equipment prescription
Also known as
action tremor
intention tremor
Contrasted with
resting tremor
postural tremor
Don't confuse with
postural tremor
task-specific tremor