10 Reasons Your Hands Might Be Shaking

2. Essential Tremor

Essential tremors are among the most widespread types of tremors, and many experts consider them the most common movement disorder. People over the age of 65 are most likely to develop an essential tremor, though they can affect anyone. The tremors are rhythmic and usually become less noticeable when a person is resting. Other signs of essential tremor include uncontrollable head-nodding, a quivering voice, and a change in gait. Essential tremor appears to be inheritable, though the cause is unknown.