Saltatory convulsion

A saltatory cramp (Latin s. saltatorius; synonym s. hock) is a cramp during which sharp contractions of the leg muscles occur, which leads to its “bouncing.”

This type of cramp most often affects the calf muscle. The attacks last from a few seconds to several minutes and can be repeated many times. Saltatory cramps usually occur while walking or running, or at night during sleep.

The reasons for the development of saltatory cramps can be different: metabolic disorders, mineral imbalance, physical overload, leg injuries, vascular diseases. For treatment, massage, physical therapy, and taking B vitamins, magnesium, and calcium are used. During an attack, it is recommended to stretch the cramped muscle.

Prevention of saltatory convulsions consists of maintaining a drinking regime, proper nutrition, regular physical activity and giving up bad habits. If you are prone to cramps, it is important to monitor your electrolyte levels and take vitamin and mineral supplements as needed.

Saltatory convulsions are one of the common diseases in men and women. They can occur as a result of various reasons, such as injury, stress, malnutrition, infectious diseases and others. In this article we will look at the main causes of saltatory seizures, methods of their treatment and prevention.

What are cramps: Cramps are involuntary muscle contractions caused by a disturbance in the electrical activity of the nervous system. The most common are leg and finger cramps - popularly called “calf” and “elbow” cramps. In addition, there may also be cramps in the arms, legs, neck and face. Cramps can occur at rest or during physical activity. Causes of seizures:

One of the main causes of cramps is a metabolic disorder in the muscles. This may be due to poor circulation, dehydration, insufficient intake of proteins and carbohydrates into the body and other factors. Other causes of cramps may include: - poor circulation in the legs; - electrolyte imbalance (lack of calcium, magnesium or potassium); - infection; stress; depression; inflammatory processes in the body; thyroid dysfunction; piercing; allergic diseases; degenerative changes in joints; pregnancy; intramuscular injections and much more. Treatment and prevention of seizures. Since the treatment of seizures depends on their cause, it is necessary to conduct a diagnosis and determine what exactly caused the disease. Treatment may include:

1. Physical therapy. The goal of such therapy is to restore muscle tone and increase metabolic processes in the muscle. 2. Drug therapy. May include medications to improve circulation in the legs, vitamins and minerals to correct electrolyte deficiencies, anti-inflammatory medications to relieve pain and swelling, and antispasmodics to relieve cramps. In addition, it is necessary to take other types of medications that will reduce the likelihood of new seizures. Examples of such drugs include sedatives (motherwort, valerian), beta-blockers (metoprolol, atenolol), calcium inhibitors (verapamil), muscle relaxants (tolperisone, tizanidine), diazepam and tranquilizers. 3. Surgical treatment. It may only be required in cases where the muscles are severely atrophied or the spasms are uncontrollable. In this case, it may be necessary to remove muscles or create additional muscles.

Saltator cramp is an acute spastic position observed in cauda equina syndrome, damage to the sciatic nerve in the lower back and many diseases of the lumbar region. It was first described by Barnett-Ross in 1830.

When writing, it can lead to the absence of a dot over j and i. The name is mistakenly attributed to Italian film director Guido Saltatore.

Saltator cramp, or jumping cramp, is a pathological contraction of a muscle or group of muscles, in which a rapid jumping (somersault) occurs due to the contraction of their tendon. Most often, a convulsive movement of the leg is accompanied by a calf cramp, associated with overstrain of the lower leg muscles. Such leg cramps can cause a person to fall to the ground, or the person may lose balance and fall on the other leg, as the symptom usually occurs suddenly.