- medication (oral and injected)
- surgery
- complementary therapies
- supportive therapies
Because the causes and symptoms of dystonia vary, treatment is different for each individual. The aim of treatment is to minimize muscle spasms to help people lead as normal a life as possible. For some people, diagnosing an underlying disorder or stopping the use of a particular medication can help treat the dystonia. Other treatment options include medications, Botox injections, surgery, or deep brain stimulation. Deep brain stimulation involves placing an electrical device in the brain to control muscle spasms.
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Dystonia
When your muscles contract involuntarily, the condition is called dystonia. Dystonia causes a twisting or clenching of whatever body part is affected. For example, when you have a stroke, the affected arm and hand may be clenched ...
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