Exercise program study for focal neck dystonia
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This trial tests how a structured exercise program affects the brain and body changes behind focal cervical dystonia (a movement disorder that causes abnormal neck postures). It may help people who are still having symptoms despite best-available treatments like botulinum toxin injections or medicines.
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Who can take part
- You mainly have focal cervical dystonia (mostly affecting your neck), confirmed by a specialist.
- You are between 30 and 85 years old and have moderate symptom severity.
- You are currently using the best tolerated neck botulinum toxin injections and/or oral medications, but symptoms are still not well controlled.
- You can safely take part in exercise sessions and pass a basic physical readiness screening.
- You are not already in a regular structured exercise or physical/occupational therapy program.
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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