Description
The failure of muscles to relax after a contraction. It is caused by a number of neuromuscular diseases including a form of muscular dystrophy (myoclonic dystrophy or myoclonic muscular dystrophy), and myotonia congenita. It can also occur in normal individuals after vigorous exercise.
Symptoms
Inability of muscle to relax after a contraction. The symptoms tend to improve with repetitive attempts to relax.
Tests
Common tests used for diagnosis and treatment
Workup:
A history and physical will be done. A muscle biopsy or EMG (electromyograph) may be done to determine the cause as well as blood tests.
Specialists:
Neurology, Pediatric Neurology
Workup:
A history and physical will be done. A muscle biopsy or EMG (electromyograph) may be done to determine the cause as well as blood tests.
Specialists:
Neurology, Pediatric Neurology
Treatment
Treatment depends on which disease is causing the disorder.