Ali Wasif
Institute for Science and Technology in Medicine
Potential blood biomarkers for post-stroke spasticity
Spasticity is one of the most common sensory-motor dysfunctions observed
following a stroke. It is loosely defined as a resistant to passive movement. If left
untreated it may lead to the development of contracture and pain. Early correct
diagnosis of spasticity might be essential for optimum management. There are
various scales routinely used to measure spasticity all of which are limited to
measuring some features of spasticity, e.g