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What is your approach to the management of worsening dystonic spasms that are painful and refractory to standard dystonia medications?

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Neurology · University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Agree with Dr. @Dr. First Last, my friend.

I would also add physical therapy specifically asking for a muscle mobilization therapist within a week after chemodenervation.

Physical therapy really helps after treatment or without treatment.

Also, set realistic expectations about pain management: remin...

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Neurology · Wake Forest School of Medicine

If the problematic area of dystonia is focal, botulinum toxin treatment should be considered which is the treatment of choice for focal dystonia.

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