Study links dystonia symptoms to genetic and brain differences
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study looks at how different types of dystonia (movement disorders) relate to genetics and brain findings from scans. You might help researchers understand why symptoms look different from person to person and what patterns may matter.
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Who can take part
- You’re age 12 or older
- You must be either diagnosed with dystonia (or be a non-dystonia control with no dystonia diagnosis)
- You must be able to safely do an MRI scan (no incompatible metal, and no severe MRI-related issues like claustrophobia)
- If pregnant, you cannot join
- You should not have certain serious health problems (like major heart/lung problems, stroke after effects, certain cancer history, or HIV-1 positive)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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