Kinetic tremor
Tremor that occurs during any voluntary movement. It may include visually or non-visually guided movements. Tremor during target directed movement is called intention tremor.
Also called: Essential tremor.
Conditions associated with kinetic tremor
The following conditions have been associated with kinetic tremor in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Tests providers may use to investigate kinetic tremor
When investigating kinetic tremor, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
Symptoms commonly seen alongside kinetic tremor
Depression
Frequently experiencing feelings of being down, miserable, and/or hopeless; struggling to recover from these m...
Focal impaired awareness seizure
Focal impaired awareness seizure (or focal seizure with impaired or lost awareness) is a type of focal-onset s...
Focal motor seizure
A type of focal-onset seizure characterized by a motor sign as its initial semiological manifestation....
Generalized-onset seizure
A generalized-onset seizure is a type of seizure originating at some point within, and rapidly engaging, bilat...
Intention tremor
A type of kinetic tremor that occurs during target directed movement is called intention tremor. That is, an o...
Status epilepticus
Status epilepticus is a type of prolonged seizure resulting either from the failure of the mechanisms responsi...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if kinetic tremor is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom kinetic tremor mean?
Kinetic tremor is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. Tremor that occurs during any voluntary movement. It may include visually or non-visually guided movements. Tremor during target directed movement is called intention tremor.
Which conditions are associated with kinetic tremor?
Kinetic tremor has been reported in association with 1 condition in the medical literature we index, including Spinocerebellar ataxia type 10. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about kinetic tremor?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.