… of Medical Communications, Rachel Dolhun, MD, discusses dystonia: painful muscle cramps that can cause abnormal body … positions such as a foot turning in or toes curling under. Dystonia can be a symptom of Parkinson's and is a disorder … of "Ask the MD" or watch the video . Have questions about dystonia? Join us for a webinar on the topic on Thursday, …

… characterized by prolonged, painful muscle contractions ) my head was locked in place nearly 90 degrees to the left. A … were not lasting and my dystonic posture would always come back. September is Dystonia Awareness Month, a chance to … Today, I am very thankful to say that DBS has been a success, as I am no longer functionally impaired by dystonia. …

… sleep medicine.  She is an expert on Parkinson's disease, dystonia, and other movement disorders.  Her research … include biomarker development, clinical features of dystonia, pharmacological studies of movement disorders, …

… MD, PhD, and the Bachmann-Strauss Prize for Excellence in Dystonia Research to William Dauer, MD. The three award … press release.  Bachmann-Strauss Prize for Excellence in Dystonia Research The sixth annual Bachmann-Strauss Prize for Excellence in Dystonia Research recognizes Dauer, director of the Peter …

… such as Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders (dystonia). Dr. Wu has particular interest in the evaluation and treatment of patients with focal dystonia, a type of dystonia that affects a muscle or group of muscles in a …

… that impair motor control including Parkinson’s disease, dystonia, and essential tremor. Dr. Bressman attended … in the mapping of four and identification of two dystonia genes, as well as PD genotype phenotype studies. … for Parkinson’s Research, Bachmann-Strauss Foundation for Dystonia, and Parkinson’s Research, American Academy of …