Muscle Spasms

What causes muscle spasms?

A muscle spasm is a sudden, involuntary contraction of a single muscle or a group of muscles. The affected muscles can’t relax, which causes intense sensations like tightness, cramping, and pain.

A primary cause of spasms is muscle overuse from exercise or physically demanding work. Chronic spasms can also result from trauma related to falls, motor vehicle accidents, and sports.

You may also be more susceptible to muscle spasms due to:

• Stress
• Dehydration
• Poor posture
• Nerve compression
• Electrolyte imbalance
• Potassium deficiency

Sports Chiro & Rehab specializes in the treatment of persistent muscle spasms associated with musculoskeletal injuries and degenerative conditions like arthritis.

The experienced chiropractic team uses innovative techniques to relax overly contracted muscles to achieve effective pain relief. They also provide guidance and resources to prevent spasms from recurring.

When should I seek chiropractic care for muscle spasms?

Muscle spasms can affect any muscle in the body, but most commonly occur in the:

• Neck
• Back
• Arms
• Calves
• Thighs

Schedule an evaluation at Sports Chiro & Rehab if you have painful muscle spasms in these areas that aren’t treatable with rest, over-the-counter pain relievers, and other home care strategies.

You can also meet with the team to discuss treatment options for chronic muscle spasms that interfere with day-to-day activities and sleep.

The chiropractors evaluate your musculoskeletal health and discuss your lifestyle, diet, and exercise routine. They identify appropriate treatments to support muscle relaxation and improve blood flow.

Which treatments are available for muscle spasms?

Sports Chiro & Rehab provides several noninvasive treatments for acute and chronic muscle spasms, including:

• Chiropractic adjustments
• Manual muscle therapy
• Advanced release technique
• Acupuncture
• Cupping

The team focuses on relieving existing stiffness and pain, so you can engage in therapeutic exercises to increase muscle strength and flexibility. They also offer resources that address nutritional deficiencies that cause recurrent muscle spasms.

Routine chiropractic adjustments and cupping sessions are available to support healthy blood circulation and keep muscles relaxed. The team might also recommend massage therapy to release tension in painful muscles.

Call Sports Chiro & Rehab today to schedule an evaluation for painful muscle spasms. You can also book a consultation online.