Stiff person syndrome (SPS) causes you to have muscle stiffness and spasms, often triggered by sudden noises or touch. You can use medications like muscle relaxants and anticonvulsants to relieve ...

Jay N. Yepuri, MD, MS, FACG, is a board-certified gastroenterologist and member of the Digestive Health Associates of Texas Board of Directors and Executive Committee. Proctalgia fugax causes short ...

NMIBC treatment varies by tumor stage, grade, and prior therapies, with high-risk cases often requiring radical cystectomy. Bladder-preserving approaches include intravesical therapies like BCG, ...

There is hope for people suffering from muscle spasms and cramps. Through acupuncture and nutrition, most effectively by both together, we can put your muscles and your suffering at rest. First of all ...

Dystonia is a neurological disorder causing involuntary muscle contractions and abnormal postures. Botulinum toxin (e.g., Botox) is the gold-standard, first-line treatment for focal dystonias, which ...

Background The movement disorder known as hemifacial spasm is characterized by involuntary contractions of the muscles that are innervated by the facial nerve. The treatment of choice for this ...

Stiff person syndrome (also known as SPS, Moersch-Woltman syndrome, and stiff man syndrome) is a very rare condition that can cause your muscles to become rigid or spasm. This is a progressive ...

Cyclobenzaprine is a generic oral tablet prescribed for muscle spasms in adults and certain children. It’s typically taken three times per day for up to 3 weeks. The dosage can vary based on certain ...

Muscle stiffness commonly occurs after an intense workout or after holding a position for too long. It may be accompanied by other symptoms such as cramps or muscle spasms. In these cases, stiffness ...

Cyclobenzaprine is a generic prescription drug used to treat muscle spasms. The drug comes as a tablet that you swallow. It’s usually taken three times per day. Cyclobenzaprine is used in adults and ...