a kind of numbness or convulsion, occasioned by a thick viscid vapour entering the membranes of the muscles, which contracts or extends the neck, arms, legs, &c., with a violent but transitory pain; being usually driven off with friction alone. The word comes from the German krampfe, which signifies the same.

A glass of tar water, to be drank night and morning, has been recommended; and a rod of brimstone, when held in the hand, has given present relief.