Why does my body shake while sleeping?

Prof (Dr) Satish Jain
Director, Indian Epilepsy Centre, Head of Neurology,
President, Indian Epilepsy Association,
New Delhi

Q: I get strong jerks in my body while sleeping, as if someone has shaken my body strongly. Why does this happen?

A:What you describe is called sleep myoclonus and is a normal phenomenon. If it troubles you please consult a Sleep Medicine expert.