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Conditions

Dystonia

A movement disorder that causes involuntary muscle contractions and abnormal postures.

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About this condition

Dystonia is a movement disorder in which muscles tighten involuntarily, causing twisting movements or abnormal postures. It can affect one part of the body, such as the neck, eyelids or hand, or several areas.

Assessment helps to identify the type of dystonia and possible causes, and to plan treatment that eases symptoms.

Common symptoms

  • The neck turning or tilting involuntarily
  • Excessive blinking or difficulty keeping the eyes open
  • Hand cramping during writing or other specific tasks
  • Abnormal twisting postures of a limb
  • Symptoms that get worse with stress or tiredness

Having one or more of these does not by itself mean you have a particular condition. A doctor's assessment is needed to find the cause.

How it is assessed

  1. A detailed history, including medicines and family history.
  2. An examination of movements and postures.
  3. Tests, if advised, to look for underlying causes.

Who may be affected

  • People with involuntary muscle spasms or abnormal postures
  • People whose symptoms started after taking certain medicines

Preparing for your appointment

It helps to bring:

  • Previous medical reports, prescriptions and hospital discharge summaries
  • MRI or CT scan films and reports, if you have them
  • A list of all the medicines you take, with their doses
  • A short note of your symptoms: when they started, how often they happen and what makes them better or worse
What to Bring First Visit Guide

How the clinic can help

  • Explaining the type of dystonia.
  • Treatment options to reduce muscle spasms.
  • Physiotherapy and stretching, where helpful.

Recommendations depend on the clinician's assessment of your individual situation. This website cannot diagnose your condition or guarantee a particular result.

Frequently asked questions

What causes dystonia?

Dystonia can be inherited, linked to other conditions or medicines, or occur without a known cause.

Is dystonia painful?

It can be, especially when it affects the neck. Treatment aims to reduce spasms and discomfort.

Clinic locations

Please confirm the OPD day, timings and availability of this service when you book.

This page gives general information to help you understand this topic. It is not a diagnosis and does not replace a consultation with a doctor.

In an emergency

If you or someone with you has sudden weakness or numbness, facial drooping, slurred speech, a seizure lasting more than 5 minutes, a sudden severe headache or loss of consciousness, call 112 or go to the nearest emergency department immediately. Do not wait for an appointment or rely on this website.

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