The child's shoulders twitched

Many parents find some abnormal conditions in their children compared to other children, and they will be very worried whether their children have a certain disease. Because a small number of diseases that accompany people throughout their lives will appear in children. So some parents find that their children’s shoulders are always twitching. What is going on?

1. What is the reason for the child's shoulder twitching?

It may be tics, which are motor or vocal muscle spasms that often occur in childhood. The main manifestations are involuntary, stereotyped movements, such as frequent blinking, making strange faces, shaking the head, shrugging, coughing sounds, clearing the throat, etc. To treat an illness, you must go to a regular, large hospital to consult a professional doctor and undergo a systematic examination and treatment.

2. Which department should children with tics go to?

Which department is best for children? Any disease will have a corresponding treatment department, and of course, childhood tics are no exception. Childhood tics are a common and difficult-to-complicated pediatric disease. You can choose to see the pediatric neurology or psychology department, or go to a children's specialty hospital for examination.

3. What should parents of children with Tourette syndrome do?

It is recommended that parents of children with Tourette syndrome help their children eliminate tension and fear, and parents should do everything possible to create conditions for their children to live in a calm and confident atmosphere. No matter how irritating his actions are. Don't pay attention to his appearance. Don't imitate him either. Make fun of him. Guide your child to participate in various games and activities of interest to divert his or her attention. Physical activity will help children get out of their closed-off state, cheer up, and completely relax.

4. Can children's tics heal themselves?

Some parents and friends think that this disease will gradually heal itself as the child grows older, which is actually a wrong statement. Generally speaking, it is difficult for children with Tourette syndrome to return to normal without relying on medication. Many parents believe that tics will heal themselves as their children grow older. According to clinical observations, if tics are not treated promptly and effectively, children will not heal on their own. Children with Tourette syndrome have poor self-control ability. They are often discriminated against and ridiculed by teachers and classmates, which leaves a trauma on the children.