children s health issues
Myotonia Congenita
Treatment of Myotonia Congenita
Physical therapy Sometimes medications to relieve muscle stiffness Treatment of myotonia congenita includes Physical Therapy (PT) , which may help maintain muscle function. Doctors sometimes give medications to relieve muscle stiffness and cramping. Of the medications used,mexiletinehas the most evidence of being helpful, but other medications includelamotrigine,carbamazepine, andphenytoin. However, these medications are of limited effectiveness and often cause undesirable side effects. Regular exercise may be beneficial. People with myotonia congenita have a normal life expectancy. 