What is Dystonia

Dystonia (literally, "abnormal muscle tone") is a generic term used to describe a neurological movement disorder involving involuntary, sustained muscle contractions. Dystonia may ...

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I take my mom to Vandy for botox injections, and it doesn't really work very well. Her muscle spasms are in her vocal chords and in her face. She doesn't take anything for her face, and get the injection in her vocal chords. Does anyone know of any kinda method besides botox that will last longer than the 6 weeks botox lasts? I hate the long drive to Nashville for a treatment that just doesnt' last.
Posted on 09/28/08, 02:09 am
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Reply #1 - 10/19/08  9:18am
" My Dr. mixes Botox with Myoblock not sure how to spell it but it helps more than just the Botox ask about it "
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Reply #2 - 10/02/09  6:27pm
" You are a good daughter to take care of your mom. I hope one day mine will be like that with me when she is older. Don't forget to take care of yourself! Vitally important to take care of the care giver....best wishes, Deanna "

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