Severe muscle cramps relieved by transcutaneous nerve stimulation: a case report. Issue 6 (June 1982)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Mills, K R; Newham, D J; Edwards, R H
• Is Part Of: Journal of neurology, neurosurgery and psychiatry. Volume 45:Issue 6(1982)
• Page Start: 539
• Page End: 542
• Publication Date: 1982-06
• Subjects: Neurology -- Periodicals; Nervous system -- Surgery -- Periodicals; Psychiatry -- Periodicals; 616.8
• DOI: 10.1136/jnnp.45.6.539
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0022-3050

Abstract

Abstract : The case is described of a 51-year-old man with a 21 year history of severe, long-lasting and widespread muscle cramps. Physical examination revealed muscle hypertrophy and fasciculation; electromyography showed spontaneously active motor units which disappeared during sleep. Cramps could be aborted by ice or mechanical vibration but the most effective management was achieved using transcutaenous nerve stimulation.