Louisville, KY
A 32-year-old male asked:
I have spina bifida & am in a wheelchair & ever since tuesday (its now thursday), my legs have been rather jumpy. what could be causing that?
2 doctor answers • 5 doctors weighed in
Dr. Michele Arnoldanswered
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 24 years experience
Spasticity: In patients with some forms of spina bifida (around the L1 level and and above), spasticity can develop. Spasticity is when muscles rhythmically spasm after rapid movements, often affecting the ankles/calves (called clonus), or hips & thighs. If it is painful, permanently limiting joint motion, or is powerful enough to shift you in your chair, you should consider a prescription to calm it.
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Dr. Jaishree Capooranswered
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 26 years experience
Spasticity: Leg spasticity can occur in spina bifida. Spasticity can be exacerbated by urinary tract infections, pressure sores, fractures, illness and stress.
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Last updated Oct 3, 2016
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