Question

choose the correct answer. which term means \painful, localized muscle spasm\? contraction cramp strain sprain

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each term:

• "contraction" is a normal muscle shortening, not painful/spasmodic.
• "cramp" is defined as a painful, localized muscle spasm.
• "strain" involves muscle/tendon injury, not just spasm.
• "sprain" affects ligaments, not muscles directly.

Answer:

B. cramp