Question

Progression to musculoskeletal deformity in childhood dystonia

Answer 1

Aim Dystonia is a movement disorder characterized by involuntary muscle contractions,

resulting in abnormalities of posture and movement. Children with dystonia are at risk of

developing fixed musculoskeletal deformities (FMDs). FMDs cause pain, limit function and

participation and interfere with care. We aimed to explore factors relating to the development

of FMD in a large cohort of children with dystonia. Method The case notes of all children

referred to our Complex Motor Disorder service between July 2005 and December 2011