Question 1

can paravertebral muscle spasm can cause neurological symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes: If paravertebral muscle spasms have been ongoing for awhile they can eventually cause some events to occur that could incite neurological symptoms. What kind of neurological symptoms are you having, and where is your muscle spasm(s) occurring? If you are experiencing any loss of bowel or bladder control or numbness in your upper inner thighs you need to be evaluated ASAP.

Question 2

doctors say i have paravertebral muscle spasms and have prescribed me with numerous medication but nothing has helped. should i see the doctor? the pain has become agonizing and has been persisten for two almost three weeks now. i've been on flexril, nypr

Accepted Answer

Do not mask pain: You describe a typical treatment of pills, followed by pills....  I suggest you seek a solution rther than masking the pain with pills.  A neurologist or pain management physician can help with diagnosis, and pain managment may have minimally invasive treatments to recommend.  Again, do not rely on pills, please.

Question 3

how do i properly manage this condition: paravertebral muscle spasm?

Accepted Answer

PVM Myospasms : Stretching, yoga, sleep adjustment, posture correction, paravertebral injections, osteopathic manipulation, physical therapy (including message), chiropractic modalities, e-stim, & acupuncture, are some conservative treatments that can be tired. If due to a deeper problem, would need a different or more aggressive approach.

Question 4

how long until paravertebral muscle spasms heal?

Accepted Answer

Depends.: If it's truly muscle spasms, they should clear up within a couple of weeks with some stretching and over the counter anti-inflammatory medications.

Question 5

cystic lesion with perifocal edema seen in left paravertebral muscles posteriorly likely to represent cysticercus cyst.pain in left shouldr any advice?

Accepted Answer

Depends...: The cyst would have to be pressing on a nerve in the cervical region of the spine to cause shoulder pain.

Question 6

i am polio afflicted . 43 yr old female  rt leg is affected , recent mri scan show atrophy of paravertebral muscles , is it normal in polio pt?

Accepted Answer

Post polio syndrome: Atrophy, pain and weakness affecting muscles can occur after a course of polio.  The problem is other things can cause these symptoms too, and it is difficult to distinguish them.

Sometimes in polio muscles are reorganized without a change in strength.

Question 7

what is the treatment for vaginal muscle spasms?

Accepted Answer

Vaginismus: Vaginismus are involuntary muscle spasm of outer third of vagina. Management is mainly with biofeedback and counseling. You should talk with your doctor.

Question 8

what treatment options are available for back pain and muscle spasms?

Accepted Answer

Many options: You need to have a diagnosis first, whether it is a simple strain/sprain, fracture, disc herniation, spinal stenosis. 
Assuming the condition does not need immediate surgical treatment, simple first treatments include chiropractic manipulation, massage, traction, physical therapy, acupuncture, medications, core strengthening exercises. If no response, consider injections and subsequently surgery.

Question 9

is there any otc or home treatment that is effective for relieving chronic muscle spasms in the calves?

Accepted Answer

Muscle spasms: Muscle spasms can be due to low magnesium levels.  Use a chelated magnesium and calcium supplement to help.  Also decrease your caffeine intake and drink more water.

Question 10

my fiance had muscle spasms b4.on hers shoulders.she is realii fine now aftr getting treatment.any ideas how can i help her prevent her gettin it agn?

Accepted Answer

Multifactorial: Couple of ways.  First, work on decreasing stressors - behavioral approach.  Muscle spasms in the shoulders are often exacerbated by stress.  Second, regular stretches and exercise.  Third, use of modalities like electrostimulation, freeze it, and warm compresses.  Fourth, anti-inflammatories.  Always get check with your physician to rule out underlying etiologies.

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Can paravertebral muscle spasm can cause neurological symptoms?

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Doctors say i have paravertebral muscle spasms and have prescribed me with numerous medication but nothing has helped. should i see the doctor? the pain has become agonizing and has been persisten for two almost three weeks now. i've been on flexril, nypr

A member asked:

How do i properly manage this condition: paravertebral muscle spasm?

A member asked:

How long until paravertebral muscle spasms heal?

A member asked:

Cystic lesion with perifocal edema seen in left paravertebral muscles posteriorly likely to represent cysticercus cyst.pain in left shouldr any advice?

A member asked:

I am polio afflicted . 43 yr old female rt leg is affected , recent mri scan show atrophy of paravertebral muscles , is it normal in polio pt?

A member asked:

What is the treatment for vaginal muscle spasms?

A member asked:

What treatment options are available for back pain and muscle spasms?

A member asked:

Is there any otc or home treatment that is effective for relieving chronic muscle spasms in the calves?

A member asked:

My fiance had muscle spasms b4.on hers shoulders.she is realii fine now aftr getting treatment.any ideas how can i help her prevent her gettin it agn?

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