Spasticity is one of the most common symptoms of multiple sclerosis. It occurs in up to 80 percent of those affected and can be very painful. It is caused by increased muscle tension, which also impairs mobility. Patients with an incomplete spinal cord injury and, in some cases, CRPS patients (complex regional pain syndrome) also suffer from painful spasticity, particularly in the later stages of the disease. This has a massive impact on quality of life.
Treatment of painful spasticity
One specialty of the Center for Special Pain Medicine is ITB, intrathecal baclofen therapy, which is used to treat painful spasticity. Baclofen is injected into the µg area until the spasticity stops. This treatment often opens up a new life for the patient without spasticity. It is also far superior to oral medication with Lioresal, as fewer side effects occur during treatment.
Tanja Rutenbeck
Secretariat Center for Special Pain Medicine
- Phone+49 2351 945-2510
- Fax+49 2351 945-2522
- sekretariat.welke@hellersen.de
Outpatient clinic
Phone +49 2351 945-2513 or -2514
Fax +49 2351 945-2511
sekretariat.welke@hellersen.de
