Spasticity
Definition
Spasticity is an abnormal increase in muscle tone that can lead to incoordination, loss of function, pain and permanent muscle shortening or contracture.
Incidence
People with spasticity make up approximately 75% to 80% of all people with cerebral palsy. While the overall percentage of people with spasticity seems to be dropping marginally, it is not clear whether there is any real change or not.
Cause
An abnormality in the movement area of the cortex can result in spastic cerebral palsy. The cortex controls thought, movement and sensation.
