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What is the definition or description of: intention tremor?
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See below: A tremor that occurs when a voluntary movement is made. An example would be a tremor that starts when reaching for a light switch.
Answered 3/26/2013
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Gets worse with use: An intention tremor gets worse as you try to reach for something. The tremor may be minimal or nonexistent at rest, but becomes worse as you try to reach out for something.
Answered 9/28/2016
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