ArticleClinical neurophysiology practice2026
Spastic co-contraction: A misdirected central command.
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Abstract
Objective: Antagonist co-contraction triggered by voluntary agonist command in spastic paresis is poorly understood. Using an isometric ankle paradigm designed to minimize movement-related stretch reflexes, we aimed to characterize the severity, modulation, and neurophysiological origin of spastic co-contraction. Methods: Thirteen subjects with chronic hemi/paraparesis ( Results: Antagonist co-contraction occurred in all limbs during dorsi- and plantar flexor efforts. Its severity increased from submaximal to maximal efforts, whether in knee flexion ( Conclusions: Spastic co-contraction likely reflects misdirected descending supraspinal command, potentiated by stretch-related peripheral afferent signals.
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