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Dystonia is a medical termfor a range of movement disorders that cause muscle spasms and contractions.
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Causes of dystonia
Dystonia with no obvious cause, or caused by a genetic mutation, is known as primary dystonia. If dystonia is a symptom of another condition, it's known as secondary dystonia.
Diagnosing dystonia
Diagnosing dystonia isn't straightforward. It involves using a stepwise approach that starts by identifying the precise nature and specific features of your movement disorders.
Introduction
Dystonia is a medical term for a range of movement disorders that cause muscle spasms and contractions. The spasms and contractions may either be sustained or may come and go.
Symptoms of dystonia
The symptoms of dystonia can vary, depending on the type of dystonia and when it develops.
Treating dystonia
A number of treatment techniques can be used to help control the involuntary movements and spasms of dystonia.
