Localized spasm (lat. spasmus localisatus, from lat. spasmos - cramp and lat. localis - local) is a muscle spasm limited to a certain area of the body.
Localized spasm can be caused by various reasons, such as injuries, diseases of the nervous system, infections, allergies, etc. It can manifest itself in the form of muscle contractions, pain, numbness or tingling in a certain area of the body.
To treat localized spasm, it is necessary to identify the cause of its occurrence and carry out appropriate treatment. In some cases, surgery may be required.
In general, localized spasms can be quite dangerous to health and require timely treatment.