Living Well with Dystonia: A Patient Guide - Softcover

Dystonia doesn't have to rule your life. This empowering and encouraging resource, written for dystonia patients and their families and caregivers, provides an overview of a variety of dystonias including cervical dystonia, spasmodic dysphonia, blepharospasm, and writer's cramp, and the breadth of treatment options available. The authors also offer practical advice for improving quality of life and managing pain and other symptoms. This updated second edition includes expanded discussions of new medications, chemodenervation with botulinum toxin, deep brain stimulation, genetic breakthroughs, and other areas. Written by three acclaimed neurologists with perspectives from patients that illuminate and inform, this is the essential book to have if you or someone you love lives with dystonia.

Daniel Truong, MD is a neurologist specializing in movement disorders. Dr. Truong was recently elected as president of the International Association for Parkinsonism and Related Disorders. He lectures worldwide and has published numerous scientific articles, chapters, and several books. He was instrumental in pioneering use of botulinum toxin for dystonia and other neurologic disorders.