Spasticity

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Spasticity is a type of Neuromuscular Ailment characterized by resistance to the passive movement the Muscles of a limb.  Spasticity is a symptom of damage to the Corticospinal Tract of the Brain or Spinal Cord.

 

These Substances may Alleviate Spasticity

Amino Acids

 Acetyl-L-Carnitine (ALC) may improve the function of (reduce the over-excitability of) Motor Nerves in Spasticity patients.  [1]

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