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A lack of neurotransmitter dopamine causes a serious disease called "Parkinson's disease". This neurotransmitter controls body movements. Reduction of this chemical causes movement disorder. Dopaminergic treatments are employed to combat this disease. Primary Symptoms of PD Here are the four significant signs of Parkinson's disease. Resting tremor Postural instability ( prone to falls) The slowness of movement (Bradykinesia) Muscle stiffness These are present in all PD patients. While Dystonia and dyskinesia are late-stage symptoms of Parkinson's disease (PD). All PD patients do not experience these, so these are termed as secondary PD symptoms. Distinguish between Dyskinesia and Dystonia Both are...

Dystonia or Spastoma is a medical term that describes a group of mobility disorders involving patterned or repetitive involuntary muscle contraction. This neurological hyperkinetic mobility syndrome causes tremors, twisting, and abnormal body postures, leading to complete disability. Until 1911 the term "Dystonia" was not known. It was used in historical documents to present any muscular tension. This medical term varies widely in its symptoms, progressions, causes, and treatments. Dystonia knows no ethnics, age, or racial boundaries. Here is a brief overview of this non-fatal but highly progressive and intensified movement disorder. Symptoms of Dystonia The symptoms of Dystonia vary from...

Dystonia is a complex heterogeneous neurological mobility disorder with the varied presentation, different etiologies and consequently diverse medication requirements. It attacks the most crucial capability of a human being, "MOVEMENT".   About 250,000 people are affected by dystonia in the US, making it the 3rd most common movement disorder.   You must have so many questions about this disease and its treatment. We’ve done plenty of research to gather enough information to help you with all your queries. Here you go!    How does dystonia affect the movement? It causes involuntary- repetitive movements, abnormal postures, spasms, turns and twisting, leading...

Dystonia is a medical terminology that represents a group of neurological movement disorders. It causes involuntary muscle contraction and twisting that leads to repetitive movements, spasms, and abnormal body posture that are painful at times. According to an analysis conducted in 2017, the prevalence rate of dystonia is 1% Types of Dystonia There are many types of dystonia that are capable of affecting one body part, one muscle or the muscles throughout the body. The five primary types include the following. Focal dystonia – Affects a single part of the body, i.e., eyes or hands. Its examples include musician’s dystonia....