tremor in children - NICE guidance - suspected neurological conditions - recognition and referral
Last edited 05/2019 and last reviewed 05/2022
Tremor in children
Summary of points from NICE relating to tremor in children:
Tremor of sudden onset or with accompanying neurological signs or symptoms
- refer urgently children presenting with tremor for neurological assessment if: they have additional neurological signs or symptoms such as unsteadiness or the onset of the tremor was sudden
Postural tremor
- be aware that isolated postural tremor in children may be a side effect of sodium valproate or a beta-adrenergic agonist
- consider thyroid function tests for children with postural tremor and other symptoms or signs suggestive of thyroid overactivity
- refer children with postural tremor for occupational therapy only if the tremor is affecting activities of daily living such as writing, eating or dressing
Reference:
tremor in adults - NICE guidance - suspected neurological conditions - recognition and referral