INTERNATIONAL DYSTONIA ON-LINE SUPPORT GROUP WEBSITE
WELCOME!!
Our Website was created for those of us who have been diagnosed with the little known and often misunderstood neurological movement disorder called dystonia. We sincerely hope you learn more about this frustrating and lifestyle changing disease/disorder! ENJOY your visit!
To join our Dystonia On-Line Support Group, or leave comments, or requests for more information, then please e-mail brett@stic.net
WEBSITE TABLE OF CONTENTS Who We Are and What We Do
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Curious? Intrigued? Just what is Dystonia anyway? Dystonia is a neurological
movement disorder characterized by involuntary muscle contractions, which force certain
parts of the body into abnormal movements or postures. Dystonia can affect any part
of the body including the arms and legs, trunk, neck, eyelids, face, or vocal cords. It
is often excruciatingly painful.
Unfortunately, dystonia is frequently misdiagnosed as other ailments such as: stress, stiff neck, a psychogenic disorder, arthritis, dry eye, tic, tennis elbow, laryngitis, vocal abuse, or carpal tunnel syndrome. Dystonia is the third most common movement disorder after Parkinson's Disease and Tremor, affecting more than 300,000 people in North America. Dystonia does not discriminate, it can affect any age group, and all races and ethnic groups.MEDICAL DISCLAIMER: This website is intended to provide information only - not to advocate any particular treatment options. We suggest patients consult health professionals themselves and make informed choices about their own treatment. PLEASE NOTE: The contents of this Website remain the sole property of the International Dystonia On-Line Support Group and cannot be copied or a link placed to it without the express permission of webmasters: Anne Brett or David Barton ![]() WE'RE REACHING ALL AROUND THE WORLD!
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