'Spasticity is a motor disorder characterised by a velocity-dependent increase in tonic stretch reflexes (muscle tone) with exaggerated tendon jerks, resulting from hyperexcitability of the …

Spastic Dystonia or hypertonicity is the inability to relax a muscle leading to a spontaneous tonic contraction. [1] . Spastic dystonia is most noticeable in humans in the upper limb, where it …

Spasticity is a stretch reflex disorder, manifested clinically as an increase in muscle tone that becomes more apparent with more rapid stretching movement. It is a common consequence …

Mar 31, 2025 · Synergy often will mimic an arm or leg being drawn in towards the body in flexion or pushing out into extension away from the body. Flexor synergy, otherwise known as …

Keep in mind that you want to refrain from active exercises that accentuate a position associated with any spasticity you experience. For example, if you have extensor spasticity, refrain from …

Nov 24, 2019 · Post stroke spasticity is a movement disorder that occurs in approximately 25-43% of people who have had a stroke. This (frustrating) movement problem can be painful, cause …

Stiff knee gait (SKG) is defined as decreased knee flexion during the swing phase. It is one of the most common gait disorders following stroke. Knee extensor spasticity is commonly accepted …

Aug 8, 2023 · Spasticity, which is sometimes referred to as tightness or stiffness, is a motor disorder marked by a velocity-dependent increase in muscle tone or tonic stretch reflexes …

In spasticity, other positive symptoms or signs such as flexor (or extensor) spasm, clasp knife phenomenon. Babinski sign, exaggerated cutaneous withdrawal (flexor, pain) reflexes, …

This comprehensive guide explores the differences between flexor and extensor synergy patterns, their implications for movement control, and strategies for integrating them into rehabilitation …