Muscle Spasm

• Stretch the affected area.
• Massage the affected area with your hands or a massage roller.
• Stand up and walk around.
• Apply heat or ice. Put an ice pack together or apply a heating pad, or take a nice warm bath.
• Take painkillers such as ibuprofen and acetaminophen.

Muscle pain, fatigue, and overuse are the most common causes of muscle spasms. Other causes include stress or anxiety, which can lead to muscle twitches in the face. Trapped nerves can result in spasms in the back.

Muscle spasms can last just a few seconds or up to several minutes, but they tend to go away on their own without any treatment. Gently stretching or massaging the affected area or using a heat or ice pack may help. Sometimes, muscle spasms can be a sign of an underlying health condition.

Experiencing psychological stress or high anxiety levels may prompt excess muscle tension. This complication can lead to muscles twitching. Muscle twitches caused by stress can occur anywhere in the body.

Spasticity can be reduced by: Performing stretching exercises daily. Prolonged stretching can make muscles longer, helping to decrease spasticity and prevent contracture. Splinting, casting, and bracing.