Clenched fist syndrome: unveiling a motor manifestation of schizophrenia—a case report
This case highlights the importance of early recognition and timely management of motor manifestations such as clenched fist syndrome in psychiatric disorders, which are frequently overshadowed by prominent psychotic symptoms. Delayed diagnosis may lead to irreversible musculoskeletal changes, emphasizing the need for clinician awareness and further research into the pathophysiology and optimal management of clenched fist syndrome.
Authors
- Komal Samir
- Arun Koorappally Subash
- Javeria Zaheer
- Shoaib Ahmed
- Tushar Subash
Institutions
- Aga Khan University (PK)
- Indus Hospital (PK)
- Dow University of Health Sciences (PK)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Medical Case Reports
- Published
- 2026-03-15
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s13256-026-05971-7
- Primary Topic
- Child Abuse and Related Trauma
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00