Spasm

From Health Encyclopedia

Contents 1 Broader Terms 2 Related Terms 3 Scope Note 4 Facts

Broader Terms

abnormal involuntary movement

Related Terms

muscle cramp

Scope Note

a sudden, violent, involuntary contraction of a muscle or a group of muscles, attended by pain and interference with function, producing involuntary movement and distortion.

Facts

• Involuntary contraction of a muscle.
• Spontaneous and exaggerated muscle contraction that can result in jerky movements.
• Sudden constriction of a hollow organ.

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