Long-term care insurance will reimburse you for whatever home care you choose, and of course you want your benefits to last as long as possible; just keep in mind the hidden costs of a private caregiver or an independent contractor and remember the benefits of using a trusted, professional caregiver from an agency to keep you safe and independent in your home, who can provide long-term home care, and a continued trustworthy relationship.
clonic spasm. Also found in: Dictionary, Thesaurus, Encyclopedia, Wikipedia. spasm. 1. a sudden involuntary contraction of a muscle or group of muscles. 2. a sudden, transitory constriction of a passage, canal, or orifice; spasms usually occur when the nerves supplying muscles are irritated, and are often accompanied by pain.
Painful Back Spasm. A spasm is a powerful contraction or stiffening of the muscle. A muscle spasm can occur due to a variety of reasons and can be a terrifying experience, especially in the postural musculature. When a muscle goes into spasm, the person is unable to stop the forcible tightening of the muscle and surrounding tissue.