Contracture of Muscle

Contractures

A contracture is the tightening of muscles, tendons, ligaments, or skin. This stops normal movement. Contractures last for a long time. They are not the same as spasticity. Spasticity happens when a muscle has a spasm or tightens and you cannot control it. This may lead to a contracture if it is not relieved over time. Braces, therapy, and stretching may help with some contractures. Others may need surgery to fix them.

Help with pain and swelling,Relax tight muscles

Long-lasting deformity,Disability,Trouble doing tasks or walking

Neuromuscular and Skeletal,Therapy (Occupational, Physical, Speech, etc)

Contracture Deformity,Contracture of Fingers,Contracture of Hands,Contracture of Palmar Fascia,Dupuytren Contractures,Dupuytren's Contractures,Familial Palmar Fibromatosis,Familial Plantar Fibromatosis,Finger Contracture Disorders,Joint Contractures,Muscle Contractures,Palmar Fibromas,Palmar Fibromatosis,Plantar Fascial Fibromatosis,Plantar Fibromas,Trigger Finger

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