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[Spasticity in multiple sclerosis].

A Pappalardo1, F Patti, A Reggio

  • 1Centro Sclerosi Multipla, Università di Catania, Italia. pange.bel@virgilio.it

La Clinica Terapeutica
|September 10, 2004
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Spasticity, a common multiple sclerosis (MS) symptom since 1860, severely impacts mobility and function. This review covers pharmacological, rehabilitative, and surgical treatments for managing MS spasticity and its complications.

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Neurorehabilitation

Context:

  • Spasticity is a prevalent and debilitating symptom in multiple sclerosis (MS).
  • Historically recognized, MS spasticity significantly impairs functional mobility and exacerbates disability.
  • Advanced MS stages present complications like seating issues, pressure sores, and contractures due to spasticity.

Purpose:

  • To provide a comprehensive review of therapeutic management strategies for multiple sclerosis spasticity.
  • To discuss the pharmacological, rehabilitative, and surgical approaches to treating MS spasticity.

Summary:

  • This review examines the multifaceted therapeutic management of spasticity in multiple sclerosis (MS).
  • It covers pharmacological interventions, physical rehabilitation techniques, and surgical options.

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  • The article addresses the broad spectrum of MS spasticity, from early symptoms to later-stage complications.

    • Impact:

    • Offers insights into optimizing treatment for patients suffering from MS-related spasticity.
    • Aims to improve functional outcomes and quality of life for individuals with multiple sclerosis.
    • Provides a consolidated resource for understanding and managing the complexities of MS spasticity.