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Definition of clonus. Clonus is a rhythmic sustained involuntary muscular contractions (generally 5-8 Hz) evoked by sudden passive stretch of the muscle and tendon. Unsustained clonus (â¤5 beats): may be physiological. Sustained clonus (>5 beats): regarded as abnormal.
Clonus, also called clonospasm, is the medical term for repetitive, involuntary muscular contractions due to sudden stretching. It most commonly affects the ankles. Clonus takes its name from a Greek word meaning tumult and is often a symptom of neurological disorder.lonus commonly affects the ankles and involves repetitive, involuntary muscular contractions. Lesions caused by multiple sclerosis may lead to clonus. Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) and other antidepressants can contribute to serotonin syndrome, which is sometimes associated with clonus.