Spasticity Program
Spasticity is a condition that affects movement. It happens after an injury to the brain or spinal cord. It is common in people who have had a stroke, spinal cord injury, brain injury, multiple sclerosis, or cerebral palsy.
Spasticity causes muscles to become tight and hard to move. This can make it difficult to use the affected part of the body. It can also cause muscle spasms and pain. Spasticity can be mild or severe and may affect daily activities, walking, and sleep.
Our goal is to help children and adults with spasticity live more comfortably and improve their quality of life.
Treatment Options
If spasticity is moderate or severe and makes daily life harder, several treatments may help:
Medications Doctors may prescribe medications to relax muscles and reduce stiffness and pain.
Injections (Botox, Myobloc, or Phenol) These injections target specific muscles. They can help relax those muscles for about 3 to 4 months. They often work best when combined with physical therapy.
Surgery If other treatments do not work, surgery may be an option. One type involves a small pump (called a baclofen pump) that delivers medicine directly to the affected area. Surgery may also help correct tight joints or muscles.
Physical Therapy Physical and occupational therapy are important parts of treatment. Therapy may include:
- Stretching
- Strengthening exercises
- Movement and walking training
- Positioning and posture support
- Learning ways to improve daily activities and independence
Our Location
The Saint Alphonsus Spasticity Program is located in the South Tower on the 6th floor.
- Enter through the S2 Entrance near the Emergency Room on Curtis Road
- Take the central elevator to the 6th floor
