spasticity
noun
spas·tic·i·ty
spa-ˈsti-sə-tē 
: a spastic state or condition
especially
: muscular hypertonicity with increased tendon reflexes
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Similarly, Sativex, which contains both THC and CBD, is prescribed for spasticity due to multiple sclerosis.
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Calvin Rasode, Rolling Stone, 25 Oct. 2024
In people with multiple sclerosis, for example, an oral cannabis spray called Sativex helps to alleviate neuropathic pain and muscle spasticity, both of which are also common symptoms of chronic sickle cell disease.
—Emily Sohn, Scientific American, 17 Sep. 2024
In fact, Botox is approved for several other conditions, such as chronic migraine, severe armpit sweating, uncontrollable blinking and spasticity (stiff muscles) in children and adults.
—Katie Camero, USA TODAY, 15 Apr. 2024
This guideline recommended that cannabis products be used when pain is coupled with sleep problems, muscle spasticity and anxiety.
—Kevin F. Boehnke, The Conversation, 10 May 2024
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Calvin Rasode, Rolling Stone, 25 Oct. 2024
In people with multiple sclerosis, for example, an oral cannabis spray called Sativex helps to alleviate neuropathic pain and muscle spasticity, both of which are also common symptoms of chronic sickle cell disease.
—Emily Sohn, Scientific American, 17 Sep. 2024
In fact, Botox is approved for several other conditions, such as chronic migraine, severe armpit sweating, uncontrollable blinking and spasticity (stiff muscles) in children and adults.
—Katie Camero, USA TODAY, 15 Apr. 2024
This guideline recommended that cannabis products be used when pain is coupled with sleep problems, muscle spasticity and anxiety.
—Kevin F. Boehnke, The Conversation, 10 May 2024
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“Spasticity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spasticity. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.
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spasticity
noun
spas·ti·ci·ty
spa-ˈstis-ət-ē
plural spasticities
: a spastic state or condition
especially
: muscular hypertonicity with increased tendon reflexes
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