Minor muscle spasming can occur due to health conditions like nutrient deficiencies. More severe twitching can be a symptom of serious health conditions, including those affecting the nervous system.

Because such muscle responses aren't voluntary, it can be difficult to predict when twitching will occur or to prevent it from happening altogether. Beutler says that "there is no single or ...

The random muscle twitch is at best annoying and at worst, a sign of a neurological condition. Meet the Experts: Christopher Fry, Ph.D. associate professor of athletic training and clinical ...