Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Spasticity

Spasticity is the continual contraction of certain muscles that may significantly limit your ability to function independently.

Causes of Spasticity

Common causes of spasticity include:

• brain injury
• cerebral palsy
• multiple sclerosis
• spinal cord injury
• stroke

The Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation’s three spasticity clinics, in Pittsburgh, Pa., offer several treatment options for spasticity, such as:

• oral medications
• botulinum toxin (BOTOX®) and phenol injections
• patient-specific rehabilitation programs

Make an Appointment

Call 1-800-533-UPMC (533-8762) to make an appointment with a doctor from the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.