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Spastic

Spastic (/spæˈstɪk/; from Greek spastikos - "drawing in, tugging") is a term that is primarily used in a medical context to refer to an alteration in muscle tone affected by the medical condition, Spasticity.

Etymology

The term "spastic" derives from the Greek word spastikos which means "drawing in" or "tugging". It was first used in the English language in the late 19th century as a clinical descriptor for the changes in muscular tone seen in certain neurological conditions.

Medical Usage

In medical parlance, "spastic" refers to an increase in muscle tone often resulting in stiff and uncontrolled movements. It is most commonly associated with conditions such as Cerebral Palsy, Multiple Sclerosis, and Spinal Cord Injury. The term is used to describe the symptom of spasticity, which is a common problem in these conditions.

Related Terms

  • Spasticity: A condition in which certain muscles are continuously contracted. This contraction causes stiffness or tightness of the muscles and can interfere with normal movement, speech, and gait.
  • Cerebral Palsy: A group of disorders that affect a person's ability to move and maintain balance and posture. It is the most common motor disability in childhood.
  • Multiple Sclerosis: A potentially disabling disease of the brain and spinal cord (central nervous system).
  • Spinal Cord Injury: Damage to any part of the spinal cord or nerves at the end of the spinal canal, often causing permanent changes in strength, sensation and other body functions below the site of the injury.

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