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Torsion dystonia is a disease characterized by painful muscle contractions resulting in uncontrollable distortions.
The disease is caused by a genetic disorder which results in a defect in a protein called TorsinA.
Dystonia is related to Parkinson's disease, as TorsinA has scientifically been shown to have a neurotherapeutic effect on dopamine receptors.
External links
- http://www.dystonia-foundation.org
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