February 11, 2011 — In patients with severe spasticity related to multiple sclerosis (MS), intrathecal baclofen (ITB) using a programmable, subcutaneously implanted pump can be an effective ...

Many people with multiple sclerosis have stiff muscles and spasms, a condition called spasticity. It happens mostly in the muscles of the legs and arms, and it may keep you from moving your limbs ...

Spasticity is when your muscles become tight, making them hard to move. Depending on the severity of your symptoms, treatment can involve medication, physical or occupational therapy, or surgery.

An eight-week backward walking program showed promising improvements in balance, gait, and brain structure in people with multiple sclerosis.

Muscle spasticity, a common symptom of multiple sclerosis (MS), can make everyday movements feel stiff, tight, and painful. Stretching is one way to help reduce some of that discomfort, improve ...

Spasticity is formally defined as a velocity-dependent increase in resistance to passive range of motion. It is a hallmark of neurological diseases that affect the central nervous system, including ...