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Following adult onset acquired brain injury, the triceps surae muscles tend to become shortened and exhibit increased resistance to passive lengthening ; a phenomenon that has been termed 'hypertonia'. Spasticity (velocity dependent tonic reflex hyper-excitability) has traditionally been considered a major component of hypertonia. Consideration of all of the potential factors contributing to hypertonia of the triceps surae muscle will assist clinicians to identify appropriate intervention strategies, which may facilitate better treatment outcomes.

Langue : ANGLAIS

Identifiant basis : 2001218068