Dystonia

Dystonia affects about 250,000 people in the United States, making it the third most common movement disorder, following Essential Tremor and Parkinson's disease.1

Due to awkward postures and the inability to control certain muscles, some Dystonia patients may find it embarrassing to go out in public.

To learn more about Medtronic interventions and devices, and how they can help you manage your patients, choose an intervention or device.

Interventions for Dystonia

Deep Brain Stimulation

Deep brain stimulation uses an implanted electrode to deliver electrical stimulation to structures involved in the control of movement within the brain. It may be right for patients who have primary dystonia,* have not had success managing their symptoms with medication, and are 7 years of age or older. For more information about Deep Brain Stimulation, please see the Indications, Safety and Warnings.





Devices for Dystonia




* Humanitarian Device: The effectiveness of this device for the treatment of dystonia has not been demonstrated.

  1. “What is Dystonia?" Bachmann-Strauss Dystonia & Parkinson Foundation, Inc. www.dystonia-parkinsons.org.