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Bloomington, IL

I am mainly troubled with back spasms, that are pretty much constant, are better with movement and controlled with pain meds, however, i have a new spasm in my neck! It is also constant now and outshines the back spasms...it is not as well controlled with meds as the back is and i was wondering if anyone else has this same prob or similar? I am still working but having thoughts about not being able to continue much longer. I find I am angry and or anxious so often and when i stop to self check… read more

October 31, 2018
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I hope this helps.
Spasticity may be aggravated by sudden movements or position changes, extremes of temperature, humidity or infections, and can even be triggered by tight clothing.
Treatment of spasticity and muscle tightness by medication and physical and occupational therapy is needed to prevent painful and disabling contractures in the hips, knees, ankles, shoulders and elbows. Surgical measures are considered for those rare cases of spasticity that defy all other treatments.

Left untreated, spasticity can lead to serious complications, including contractures (frozen or immobilized joints) and pressure sores. Since these complications also act as spasticity triggers, they can set off a dangerous escalation of symptoms.
Some degree of spasticity can provide benefit, particularly for people who experience significant leg weakness. The spasticity gives their legs some rigidity, making it easier for them to stand, transfer, or walk. The goal of treatment for these individuals is to relieve the spasticity sufficiently to ensure comfort and prevent complications, without taking away the rigidity they need to function.
Treatment and management
Because spasticity varies so much from person to person, it must be treated on an individual basis

October 31, 2018

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