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Living With Dystonia Dystonia Medical Research Foundation …

WEBResources for Living with Dystonia Tools and Information for Living Well with Dystonia. Dystonia Information Materials; My Dystonia & I - A Patient-to-Patient Guide by Merz …

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What is Dystonia

WEBDystonia is a Movement Disorder. Dystonia is a neurological disorder that causes excessive, involuntary muscle contractions. These muscle contractions result in …

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Cervical dystonia (spasmodic torticollis) Dystonia Medical …

WEBCervical dystonia is among the most common forms of dystonia seen in movement disorder clinics. Cervical dystonia is sometimes referred to as spasmodic torticollis. Cervical …

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Dopa-Responsive Dystonia Dystonia Medical Research …

WEBDopa-responsive dystonia (DRD) is an umbrella term used to describe specific dystonia disorders that respond to a medication called levodopa, which is a synthetic form of a …

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Treatments Dystonia Medical Research Foundation Canada

WEBThe purpose of treatment for dystonia is to help lessen the symptoms of muscle spasms, pain, and awkward postures. The ultimate goal is to improve the quality of your life and …

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dystonia Dystonia Medical …

WEBHow do I know if I have dystonia? The type of doctor with the training and expertise to diagnose and treat dystonia is a movement disorder specialist—a neurologist with …

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Mental Health Resources Dystonia Medical Research Foundation …

WEBThe Dystonia Medical Research Foundation Canada is not a crisis intervention center. We do not have training in counseling people who are contemplating suicide. • Call or …

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Botulinum Toxin Injections Dystonia Medical Research …

WEBBotulinum neurotoxin (BNT) injections are a common treatment for several types of dystonia. This therapy is used to treat to dystonia symptoms in a specific group …

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Emotional & Mental Health Dystonia Medical Research …

WEBDystonia is More than a Movement Disorder. Dystonia is a neurological disorder that affects the physical body, but the impact goes far deeper and may affect a person's emotional …

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Welcome to Dystonia Medical Research Foundation of Canada

WEBTORONTO, ON, October 31, 2023 — To address the dystonia community’s needs in a post-pandemic world, the Dystonia Medical Research Foundation (DMRF) Canada has …

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Laryngeal Dystonia (Spasmodic Dysphonia) Dystonia Medical …

WEBFocal Dystonias. Spasmodic dysphonia (also known as laryngeal dystonia) is a movement disorder featuring involuntary contractions of the vocal cord muscles. These contractions …

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Drug Induced Dystonia Dystonia Medical Research Foundation …

WEBDrug-induced movement disorders come in different forms and can be caused by a number of medications that alter brain chemistry. The types of drugs most commonly associated …

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Functional Dystonia Dystonia Medical Research Foundation Canada

WEBIn functional dystonia, there is abnormal, unintended movement or positioning of the body due to the nervous system not working properly. Functional dystonia can cause …

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Paroxysmal Dystonia and Dyskinesias Dystonia Medical Research

WEBParoxysmal dyskinesias (PD) are episodic movement disorders in which abnormal movements are present only during attacks. The term paroxysmal indicates that …

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New XEOMIN® – Available in Canada Dystonia Medical Research

WEBNew XEOMIN® is now available in Canada. Botulinum neurotoxin type A is considered by many to be the treatment of choice for focal spasticity9,10,11 and dystonia7. We are …

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Edmonton Support Group and Dystonia Treaters Dystonia …

WEBPhysical Therapy Neurological Services - Community. 10534 124 Street Edmonton, Alberta T5N 1R9. [email protected]. 780-454-5432.

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Understanding and Treating Focal Dystonias

WEBBACK. Topic: Understanding and Treating Focal Dystonias with Dr. Anish Kanungo. Presenter: Dr. Anish Kanungo. When: September 21, 2020 at 12:00 pm PST. …

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Calgary Support Group and Dystonia Treaters

WEBDr. J Douglas Bosch: Otolaryngologist (ENT), Spasmodic Dysphonia. 1632-14th Avenue NW Suite 262, Calgary AB T2N 1M7. 403-282-0054.

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