Botulinum Toxin Type A is a medication that helps reduce muscle stiffness and spasms. It works by blocking signals from nerves to muscles, which helps relax overly tight muscles. In stroke patients, it’s commonly used to treat spasticity (muscle tightness) in the legs.

Dry Needling is a physical therapy technique where thin needles are inserted into specific points in muscles. While not a medication, this therapy aims to release tension in tight muscles and reduce pain. The needles help stimulate and relax the muscles, potentially improving movement in stroke patients with leg spasticity.

Post-stroke Spasticity – A muscle control disorder that develops after a stroke, characterized by tight or stiff muscles and exaggerated muscle tone. The condition occurs when damage to certain parts of the brain or spinal cord affects the signals between the nervous system and muscles. It typically develops in the first few weeks or months following a stroke, causing involuntary muscle contractions and resistance to stretch in affected limbs. The muscles remain in a constant state of contraction, leading to stiffness and reduced range of motion. This condition commonly affects the arms, legs, and facial muscles, potentially interfering with normal movement patterns and daily activities.