Dystonia

Introduction[edit | edit source]

Dystonia is a condition of movement disorder in which involuntary contractions of muscles occur. It is characterized by sustained muscle contractions and abnormal postures of the trunk, neck, face, or arms and legs.[1]

References[edit | edit source]

  1. Tarsy D, Simon DK. Dystonia. New England Journal of Medicine. 2006 Aug 24;355(8):818-29.