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Welcome to Dystonia Ireland

The aims of Dystonia Ireland are to promote and encourage scientific research into the causes and treatments of dystonia, raise the level of awareness amongst the general public and the medical profession, offer support and information to all people with dystonia and their families nationwide. As the national support group for dystonia, we also represent the interests of our members with international support agencies and dystonia networks.

What is Dystonia?

Dystonia is a neurological movement disorder which may affect anyone at any age. It is characterised by involuntary muscle contractions which force certain parts of the body into abnormal, sometimes painful, movements or postures. Dystonia can affect any part of the body including the arms and legs, trunk, neck, eyelids, face, or vocal cords.

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Survey on alternative and complementary therapies

To patients with focal dystonias, As part of the Dystonia Research Group in Dublin, we are studying the use of alternative and complementary therapies. Although there is no evidence supporting…
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DYSTONIA IRELAND – “ASK THE EXPERTS” CONFERENCE

THE WESTIN DUBLIN HOTELSATURDAY 26th NOVEMBER 2022 We are delighted to inform you that our Conference will take place on Saturday, 26th November, 2022 in The Banking Hall, The Westin…
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The Empowering Abilities book launch

Due to take place on the 12th of May The Empowering Abilities book launch promises to be a celebration of massive achievement for 14 authors the majority of whom have…
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VHI Womens Mini Marathon 2022

This year the VHI Womens Mini Marathon will take place on Bank Holiday Sunday 5th June. We would love to have you join us on the day for Dystonia Ireland…
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Empowering Abilities Book

Meet Tracey McCann, a woman who is living a successful, happy and free life, because she made a choice to continue going on, she chose to continue being her best,…
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VHI Women’s Mini Marathon Thank You

Congratulations and Thank you to the Ladies from Dublin, Dundalk and Navan who took part in The VHI Women’s Mini Marathon for Dystonia Ireland. Many thanks also to our Great…
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