Noun
A state of spasm.
The tendency to, or capability of suffering, spasm.
Source: Webster's dictionaryAbout 10% of individuals with CP are classified as dyskinetic CP but some have mixed forms with spasticity and dyskinesia. Source: Internet
Depending on the degree of spasticity, a person with CP may exhibit a variety of angular joint deformities. Source: Internet
"Cerebral Palsy: A Guide for Care" at the University of Delaware offers the following guidelines: error The term " spastic " denotes the attribute of spasticity in types of spastic CP. Source: Internet
Milder mutations of the PLP1 gene that mainly cause leg weakness and spasticity, with little or no cerebral involvement, are classified as spastic paraplegia 2 (SPG2). Source: Internet
As a result of spasticity, the muscles may spasm and/or become rigid and stiff—and this can be quite painful. Source: Internet
Baclofen is a muscle relaxant and is often given by mouth to patients to help counter the effects of spasticity. Source: Internet