But obligate anaerobe, only grows when oxygen not available. Canned foods should always be cooked if any hint of gas or improper sterilization. Clostridium tetani . Sporeformer, widely found in soils. Obligate anaerobe, only grows when oxygen not available.
Peripheral muscles occur in antagonistic pairs.
One contracts, one relaxes. Tetanus toxin blocks the relaxation of the antagonistic muscle, results in rigid paralysis . DPT vaccine used in developed nations reduces risk. Tetanus booster shots needed every 10 years to maintain immunity. Antibiotics can be used.