Anti Spasticity Agents Flashcards
1
Q
What is the action?
A
Promote relaxation in a spastic muscle
- Spasticity is NOT a primary condition but a secondary effect due to CNS damage
2
Q
What are the indications?
A
Increased Tone
Spasticity
Spinal Cord Injury
CVA
Multiple Sclerosis
3
Q
What are the Side Effects?
A
Drowsiness
Confusion
Headache
Dizziness
Generalized Muscle Weakness
Hepatotoxicity (potential with Dantrium Tolerance)
Dependence
4
Q
Implications to PT
A
Must balance the need to decrease spastic muscles with the loss of function that a patient may experience with the reduction of hypertonicity
Once spasticity is reduced therapist should focus on
- therapeutic handling techniques
- facilitation
- strengthening to promote overall mobility
Sedation may alter scheduling of therapy
5
Q
Examples of Antispasticity Agents
A
Baclofen
Valium (Diazepam)
Dantrium (Dantrolene)
Zanaflex (Tizanidine)
