Medically reviewed by William Truswell, MD An esophageal spasm occurs when the esophageal muscles contract abnormally. (These ...

In cases of severe or chronic muscle spasms, injections of Botox (onabotulinumtoxinA) into the affected muscles can help ...

Ice can be used for back discomfort when there is a clear injury or irritation after moving in a suboptimal way that generates pain, says Dr. Shah. “However, other cold alternatives can also be used ...