Spasticity
- Treat function/pain—not tone alone
- Baclofen or tizanidine are common oral drugs
- Botulinum toxin for focal spasticity
- Intrathecal baclofen for severe generalized disease
- PT/stretching/splinting remain foundational
- Sedation/weakness can limit systemic therapy
Use at a glance
- Treat function/pain—not tone alone
Practical pearls
- PT/stretching/splinting remain foundational
Treatment options
- Baclofen or tizanidine are common oral drugs
- Sedation/weakness can limit systemic therapy
Other practical pearls
- Intrathecal baclofen for severe generalized disease
Clinical pearls
- Botulinum toxin for focal spasticity
Self-check
- What is the treatment target in spasticity?
Function/pain, not tone alone. - What treats focal spasticity?
Botulinum toxin.
Drugs used for this (4)
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