What does the suffix clonic mean?
The term “clonic” comes from the Greek word "Clonus" (KLOH-nus), which means rapidly alternating contraction and relaxation of a muscle - in other words, repeated jerking. The movements cannot be stopped by restraining or repositioning the arms or legs. Clonic seizures are rare.
The term “clonic” comes from the Greek word "Clonus" (KLOH-nus), which means rapidly alternating contraction and relaxation of a muscle - in other words, repeated jerking. The movements cannot be stopped by restraining or repositioning the arms or legs. Clonic seizures are rare.
