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… Spasticity On this page: Conditions Basics Conditions Basics What is spasticity? Spasticity is a condition in which muscles are tight or …
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… Treatment for Stroke-Related Spasticity On this page: Overview … their own when you try to use an arm or leg. This is called spasticity. It can be painful. It has been described as a … surrounding the muscle can tighten or become shorter. Spasticity in an arm can cause a balled-up fist, a bent …
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… rhizotomy may be done to relieve muscle tightness and spasticity when CP severely affects the legs. The procedure … How Well It Works Some children have less muscle tightness (spasticity) and are able to move their legs more easily … their legs may feel weaker and somewhat numb. Sometimes spasticity completely goes away. This surgery may decrease …
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… that helps to retain urine cannot relax. (This is a form of spasticity). Sometimes urination can be started by pressing … that helps to retain urine cannot relax. (This is a form of spasticity). Sometimes urination can be started by pressing …
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… problem for people who have MS. Abnormal muscle stiffness ( spasticity ) can be relieved by doing exercises while lying … problem for people who have MS. Abnormal muscle stiffness ( spasticity ) can be relieved by doing exercises while lying …
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… Worse muscle problems, and stiff, mechanical movements ( spasticity ) or uncontrollable shaking ( tremor ). These … (fatigue). This can be worse if symptoms such as pain, spasticity, bladder problems, anxiety, or depression make it … completely empty the bladder. Stiff, mechanical movements (spasticity) or uncontrollable shaking (tremors). Dizziness …
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… Orthopedic surgery is used to treat tight muscles and spasticity related to cerebral palsy . An incision is made … Orthopedic surgery is used to treat tight muscles and spasticity related to cerebral palsy . An incision is made …
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… to cannabis (marijuana) may help with muscle stiffness (spasticity) and pain. Ginkgo biloba or magnetic therapy may … to cannabis (marijuana) may help with muscle stiffness (spasticity) and pain. Ginkgo biloba or magnetic therapy may …
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… is greatest in children who are being treated for muscle spasticity in their necks. But adults who already have … is greatest in children who are being treated for muscle spasticity in their necks. But adults who already have …
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… pressure injuries , urinary tract infections , and muscle spasticity . Do daily tasks. These include how to cook, … pressure injuries , urinary tract infections , and muscle spasticity . Do daily tasks. These include how to cook, …
