Alternate Names : Chronic vocal tic disorder, Tic – chronic motor tic disorder
Definition
Chronic motor tic disorder involves quick, uncontrollable movements or vocal outbursts (but not both).
Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
About 1 to 2% of the population has chronic motor tic disorder. The condition is more common than Tourette syndrome. However, it is not as common as transient tic disorder.
All types of chronic tics are believed to be forms of Tourette syndrome.
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The central nervous system is comprised of the brain and spinal cord. The peripheral nervous system includes all peripheral nerves.
Central nervous system and peripheral nervous system
The central nervous system is comprised of the brain and spinal cord. The peripheral nervous system includes all peripheral nerves.
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Chronic motor tic disorder : Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
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Chronic motor tic disorder : Symptoms & Signs, Diagnosis & Tests
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Chronic motor tic disorder : Treatment
Review Date : 2/13/2008
Reviewed By : Luc Jasmin, MD, PhD, Departments of Anatomy & Neurological Surgery, University of California, San Francisco, CA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
