Normally, our hands shake very, very slightly all the time when we are awake. This is because the muscle fibres in our hands and arms constantly contract and relax at random. It becomes a problem only when shakiness of our hands begins to interfere with writing, holding a cup of coffee or using a spoon. When people notice their hands are shaky, they often start to worry that they have Parkinson’s disease, but this is usually not the case. If you are worried about shakiness, consult your doctor rather than try to work out the cause yourself. There are many varieties of shakiness that are difficult to describe, but doctors can recognize the common types easily from experience. Also, some simple tests, such as a blood test for thyroid overactivity, might be appropriate. Your doctor may use the word ‘tremor’ to describe shakiness that consists of small movements. There are also some exercises which may be prescribed to you by your doctor. Also try not to get nervous or conscious about it and focus on some other task while you use your hands. All the best. God bless.