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Dystonia is a neurologically based movement disorder that causes involuntary twisting of the limbs.
H1N1 Tyler 2009
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"See how her body moves a little bit like Parkinsons, that's called Dystonia and because of that Dystonia it causes her to burn her calories quite a bit," said Wanda Vogt, Hannah's mother.
KUSA-TV - 2008
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Dystonia causes uncontrollable, painful spasms in one or more parts of the body and there is no known cure.
Jake's Ride Nears $1 Million to Aid Research for Dystonia, Parkinson's Melanie Grayce West 2011
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According to the Dystonia Medical Research Foundation, "Opposing muscles often contract simultaneously as if they are 'competing' for control of a body part."
Lisa M. Dietlin: Making A Difference: The World of Giving -- Dystonia and Billy McLaughlin Lisa M. Dietlin 2011
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Now in its fourth year, the Jake's Ride activities support the Bachmann-Strauss Dystonia & Parkinson Foundation.
Jake's Ride Nears $1 Million to Aid Research for Dystonia, Parkinson's Melanie Grayce West 2011
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The award winning documentary film Changing Keys: Billy McLaughlin and the Mysteries of Dystonia chronicles Billy's struggles with the disease and his amazing comeback.
Lisa M. Dietlin: Making A Difference: The World of Giving -- Dystonia and Billy McLaughlin Lisa M. Dietlin 2011
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Here are five recommendations and tips on things you can do that will Make A Difference: 1. Learn about Dystonia and Focal Dystonia by going to the Dystonia Medical Research Foundation website.
Lisa M. Dietlin: Making A Difference: The World of Giving -- Dystonia and Billy McLaughlin Lisa M. Dietlin 2011
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Here are five recommendations and tips on things you can do that will Make A Difference: 1. Learn about Dystonia and Focal Dystonia by going to the Dystonia Medical Research Foundation website.
Lisa M. Dietlin: Making A Difference: The World of Giving -- Dystonia and Billy McLaughlin Lisa M. Dietlin 2011
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The award winning documentary film Changing Keys: Billy McLaughlin and the Mysteries of Dystonia chronicles Billy's struggles with the disease and his amazing comeback.
Lisa M. Dietlin: Making A Difference: The World of Giving -- Dystonia and Billy McLaughlin Lisa M. Dietlin 2011
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According to the Dystonia Medical Research Foundation, "Opposing muscles often contract simultaneously as if they are 'competing' for control of a body part."
Lisa M. Dietlin: Making A Difference: The World of Giving -- Dystonia and Billy McLaughlin Lisa M. Dietlin 2011
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