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Dystonia – “Muscles behaving badly”

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"Jump For Dystonia" DNA Seminar August 2015

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Welcome to Dystonia Network of Australia Inc.

Dystonia is a movement disorder characterised by muscle contractions which can cause abnormal movements, twisting and postures of any part of the body. It may also be accompanied by tremor and pain. Dystonia Network of Australia Inc. (DNA) is the peak body in Australia for people with all forms of dystonia. We provide a pathway to support, information, literature and community awareness for adults and children living with dystonia and their carers and health providers.

Our aims

To provide appropriate, researched information for adults and children with dystonia, their carers and interested health providers
To increase community awareness of the condition
To fund seminars, educational forums and assist with research into dystonia

What is Dystonia?

It’s the third most common movement disorder after Parkinson’s and Essential Tremor. Read about the types of dystonia, causes and treatments

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Newly Diagnosed?

Find movement disorder neurologists, allied health professionals, support organisations and read stories from people with dystonia

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Videos and Webinars

Watch informative videos and webinars about dystonia by specialist health professionals

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Dystonia Research

Read up to date articles and research papers about all aspects of dystonia from both Australia and overseas

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Latest Dystonia News

New video on Dystonia by Dr Joel Maamary

Go to our Videos and Webinars page to watch this video about dystonia and his current research project

DNA is now an information partner of healthdirect

View our profile page on the healthdirect website

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Downloadable Dystonia Brochures

Access our downloadable brochures which have recently been updated

Funding for Australian Research

During 2022 DNA contributed to Australian dystonia research projects

Books by and for people with Dystonia

Read books written by, about or for people with dystonia including the new fiction book about the dystonia journey of one of our members

Dystonia Clinical Trials

Find out if you are eligible for one of the current Australian clinical trials recruiting people with dystonia

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Can dystonia be caused by stress?

Frequently Asked Questions

Stress does not cause dystonia

But symptoms often get worse in stressful situations. This happens in most movement disorders.

Can dystonia go into remission?

Frequently Asked Questions

A small percentage of people will experience remission

Or a lessening of symptoms of their dystonia but these symptoms often return.

Is tiredness a part of my dystonia?

Frequently Asked Questions

Many people report tiredness as part of their symptoms.

Tiredness could be due to the energy expended with constant involuntary movements.

Help us to Help People with Dystonia

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Become a Member

Are you living with Dystonia? Become a Member of DNA for access to member only resources and support.

Partners and Supporters

Ainsworth4Foundation

Registered Charity ABN: 66 348 949 649 and Charitable Fundraising No: CNF/23669 with deductible gift recipient (DGR) status 2014 and a Medical and Multidisciplinary Advisory Board.

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Disclaimer: The information in this web site is given in good faith and is of a general nature only. It does not in any way replace the medical advice from your specialist. Please contact your medical specialist with any questions you have regarding any aspect of your dystonia.