Definition: It presents with uncontrollable muscle spasms triggered by incorrect signals from the brain, which can, for some, be painful. It is the 3rd most common movement disorder. Dystonia can affect any region of the body including the eyelids, face, jaw, vocal cords, torso, limbs, hands, and feet. It presents differently depending on the region of the body affected and each type has its own clinical name.

Category: other condition

Credit: Dystonia Society

Source: https://www.dystonia.org.uk/what-is-dystonia

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