Fasciculations of muscle

Alternative names:

muscle fasciculation; muscle twitching

Home care:

There is usually no treatment necessary.

Call your health care provider if:

• there are prolonged or persistent muscle twitches.

What to expect at your health care provider's office:

The medical history will be obtained and a physical examination performed.

Medical history questions documenting your fasciculations in detail may include:

• When did you first notice the twitching?
• How long does it last?
• How often do you experience twitching?
• What muscles are affected?
• Is it always the same location
• Are you pregnant?
• What other symptoms are also present?

Diagnostic tests vary depending on the suspected cause. There is often no need to treat this symptom.

After seeing your health care provider:
If a condition was diagnosed related to fasciculations, you may want to note this in your personal medical record.