Foreword; Preface; A Tribute to Mattie Lou Koster; Acknowledgments; 1 Introduction; 2 Overview of Dystonias; 3 Genetics of Dystonias; 4 Causes of Dystonias; 5 Blepharospasm and Meige Syndrome; 6 Spasmodic Dysphonia; 7 Writer's Cramp and Occupational Dystonias; 8 Paroxysmal Dystonias; 9 Generalized Dystonias; 10 Pharmacologic Treatment; 11 Chemodenervation/Botulinum Toxin; 12 Deep Brain Stimulation; 13 Cervical Dystonia or Spasmodic Torticollis; 14 Coping; 15 Rehabilitation Exercises; Resources; Glossary; About the Authors; Index
Summary
Living Well with Dystonia: A Patient Guide provides comprehensive information on a wide array of dystonias. It is intended individuals with various forms of dystonia who want to adjust lifestyle activities to accommodate this chronic condition
