Muscle Spasms

Understanding Muscle Spasms

A muscle spasm is an involuntary contraction that won't release. Spasms can range from mild twitches to severe, painful cramps that immobilize you. They often occur in the back, neck, legs, or feet.

Spasms can be triggered by overuse, dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, poor posture, or underlying medical conditions. Once a muscle enters spasm, it can be difficult to release without intervention.

Massage therapy is highly effective at addressing muscle spasms. By improving circulation, releasing trigger points, and helping the muscle fibers relax, massage can provide rapid relief and prevent recurrence.

Common Areas We Treat

Muscle spasms can occur anywhere but commonly affect:

• Back — Lower back spasms from lifting, sitting, or sudden movements
• Neck — Torticollis (wry neck) and tension-related spasms
• Shoulders — Upper trapezius and levator scapulae spasms
• Legs — Calf cramps, hamstring spasms, quadriceps tension
• Feet — Plantar spasms and cramping

Our therapists use techniques appropriate to each area, adjusting pressure and approach based on the severity and location of your spasm.