We describe a man with tonic spasms associated with a lacunar infarction in the right ventral pons. Involuntary tonic spasms of a paretic limb developed acutely in a 69-year-old hypertensive man with ...

Valproate was prescribed and the paroxysms were completely resolved 5 days later. Tonic spasms are classically, although infrequently, seen in multiple sclerosis, and may clinically resemble primary ...

A patient with reactivated varicella zoster virus (VZV) manifesting in the left-sided dermatome L3 and S2–S4 developed tonic spasms which morphed into myoclonic jerks, paresis, rigidity and ...

Tonic-clonic seizures are the type of epileptic seizure most people recognise. In the past they were called grand-mal seizures. Tonic-clonic seizures can have a generalised onset, meaning they affect ...

The second patient was also treated with intravenous methylprednisolone, oral prednisolone, and azathioprine. She was also prescribed oral carbamazepine to alleviate painful tonic spasms. Finally, the ...

Tonic seizures can be generalised onset, meaning they affect both sides of the brain from the start. Or they can be focal onset, meaning they start in just one side of the brain. If a tonic seizure ...

Myofascial pain syndrome, a very common condition, is a collection of signs and symptoms in a particular area of the body. Myofascial pain syndrome is not the same as a back muscle spasm, although it ...

Herbalists believe its shape in lobes and notches is a signature tune. By this, they mean the shape is a secret code for which organs in the body a herbal plant is created to maintain in good health ...

Sprains, strains, and muscle spasms are common musculoskeletal injuries that can affect anyone, from elite athletes to everyday individuals. While they may present with similar symptoms and causes ...

Crafting a gin and tonic is an authentic art. The perfect version of this classic cocktail is not just a mix overflowing with botanicals, fruits, or any sort of garnish that makes it look like a ...

Two patients are presented with muscle spasms in an amputation stump. Neither patient experienced neuropathic pain nor phantom sensations, though phantom sensory phenomena, severe pain, and lack of ...

Gin and tonic cake with lashings of lemon and lime. It's a triple threat, where the sponge is laced with gin, drizzled with a lemony gin glaze and finished with a gin and lime frosting.