Mechanism and Treatment of Spasticity

Authors

Kimberly Heckert, MD, Thomas Jefferson UniversityFollow

Document Type

Presentation

Publication Date

7-7-2022

Comments

Presentation: 22:43

Abstract

Spasticity Defined

• Velocity dependent increase in tone
• Hyperexcitability of the stretch reflex
• Part of the upper motor neuron syndrome
• A significant problem for many patients with central nervous system disease

Recommended Citation

Heckert, MD, Kimberly, "Mechanism and Treatment of Spasticity" (2022). Disability Care Lecture Series. Paper 5.
https://jdc.jefferson.edu/disability_care/5

Language

English