Spastic

spastic /spas·tic/ (spas´tik)

1. of the nature of or characterized by spasms.

2. hypertonic, so that the muscles are stiff and movements awkward.

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spas·tic (spstk)

adj.

1. Relating to or affected by spasm.

2. Relating to spastic paralysis.

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Spastic

A condition in which the muscles are rigid, posture may be abnormal, and fine motor control is impaired.

Mentioned in: Cerebral Palsy

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spastic (spas´tik),

adj characterized by a more or less constant state of hypertonic contraction of a muscle or group of muscles. The condition is regarded as abnormally heightened muscular tonus present even in states of inactivity.

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spastic

characterized by spasms, or tightening of the muscles, causing stiff and awkward movements and in some cases a scissors-like gait.

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spastic colon

see irritable colon syndrome.

inherited spastic paresis of cattle

see elso heel.