Clinical features, pathophysiology, treatment, and controversies of tremor in dystonia.

ABSTRACT: Dystonia and tremor frequently co-occur. In some cases, they have shared biological mechanisms, while in others dystonia and tremor are two comorbid conditions. The term "dystonic tremor" is used to describe tremor in those who have dystonia. Two mutually exclusive definitions of "dystonic tremor" were proposed. According to one definition, dystonic tremor is the tremor in the dystonic body part. An alternate definition of dystonic tremor entails irregular and jerky oscillations that have saw tooth appearance with or without overt dystonia. This paper outlines the differences in two definitions of dystonic tremor and identifies their limitations. Given the diverse views defining "dystonic tremor", this paper will use the term "tremor in dystonia". In addition, we will outline different way

SUBMITTER: Panyakaew P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9100855 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature