Jersey General Hospital

Glouster Street

Jersey

JE1 3QS

01534 442000

Diagnosis and botulinum toxin injections

Blepharospasm

Latest

Dystonia Animated Episode 2 (Subtitles / Closed Captions version)

In Episode 2 we join Charlie and his family on a visit to the hospital and take a glimpse into his home life. With subtitles and closed captions.
One4all

01/11/2021 | Dystonia UK has launched its latest campaign today! The campaign is simple - we're asking our community to donate #JustOnePound to support our work and help us raise £100,000, one pound for every person in the UK thought to be affected by dystonia.
My Neuro Survey launched!

26/10/2021 | The Neurological Alliance's My Neuro Survey has now launched. Read on to find out why this survey is so key in improving neurological services.
One4all

Please donate just £1 to help support the dystonia community today. We are aiming to raise £100,000, one pound for every person in the UK thought to be affected by dystonia. #JustOnePound

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What is dystonia?

Dystonia is a neurological movement disorder that is estimated to affect at least 100,000 people in the UK.
What are the symptoms?
What causes dystonia?

The cause of dystonia is not yet fully understood, in some cases at least it can be attributed to a chemical imbalance in the part of the brain called the basal ganglia, a part which helps to control movement.
What are the common treatments?
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Coronavirus and dystonia

11/02/2021 | We’re here for you. Here’s the latest guidance on coronavirus and dystonia, and where to get support.
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