Dystonia
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- Spasmodic Dysphonia: What is it and What Causes It?A voice disorder caused by involuntary spasmodic movements of the muscles in the neck is defined medically as spasmodic dysphonia; another name for it is laryngeal dystonia.
Dystonia: A Definition for a Friend P II"...offer some comfort - but could irreversible destroy a nine-year old liver in fifty or sixty years - or lead to an auditory, hallucinatory, psychotic snap which made his reality the real for a brief glimmer. - but it would not suffice..."- Dystonia: A Definition for a Friend P.I"...said to a nineteen-year old child glad only to have her child at last. Of the confusing lack of visible brain damage which should exit in the photographs, or the equally confounding mystery - no familial history. - but it would not suffice here..."
- Different Types of Dystonia: Many Body Parts can be Affected by DystoniaDystonia at any level can be a debilitating disease. With all the different types of Dystonia, one must know the symptoms of each type to ensure proper treatment.
- Dystonia: Symptoms and TreatmentDystonia is a rare condition that causes your muscles to contract and part of your body to twist.
- Dystonia is a Rare Neurological DisorderDystonia is a rare neurological disorder that is a struggle to live with since it causes involuntary muscle movements.
- Is Botox a Safe Treatment for Dystonia?Dystonia is a reasonably rare condition but it can be severe. Now we are finding that the common cosmetic Botox is an effective treatment for dystonia.
- Cervical Dystonia: A Frequently Misdiagnosed ConditionThis article describes a rare neurological condition that causes painful spasms in the neck.
- Spasmodic Torticollis AKA DystoniaA very painful neurodegenerative disease hurting people around the world.
- Symptoms and Treatment of Oromandibular Dystonia: Focal Neuromuscular Complication in WomenAffecting the ability to chew, speak and swallow, women who suffer from oromandibular dystonia must seek medical attention early to maintain quality of life
- U.S. Airways Sued for Discriminating Against Disabled PassengerU.S. Airways allegedly discriminated against a disabled man after the captain judged him "too disabled" to fly alone.
- What's Up with Dilbert's Dad?Dilbert creator Scott Adams' strange battle with two rare illnesses
- Dystonia : Involuntary Muscle MovementDystonia is neurological muscle(s) involuntary movement. Various classifications of dystonia, according to the parts of the body affected. Gene responsible for early onset torsion dystonia. Deep brain stimulation surgery offers the best treatment option.
Billy McLaughlin: An Inspiration for Our TimeBilly McLaughlin with the musical world at his feet is struck by a crippling disease that threatens to kill his music. However focusing on what he has, marshaling his assets he overcomes.
Desiree Jennings Best LinksSalient references enabling you to learn all you can about the cheerleader and the story of an "illness" and a "cure" that is still rocking the Web- SnippetsThis is simply a collection of images and memories put to word. The content is self-evident I think.
- Two SystemsI, have Dystonia. Should you have seen some of the other pieces I have here you know this. I also have a Deep Brain Stimulation system which was implanted on February 7, 2006. This piece then is about the two warring systems embedded in my brain.
