What is dystonia?Dystonia is a neurological disorder that causes muscles to move or tighten on their own, out of a person’s control. These unintentional movements can lead to slow, repeated motions or unusual body positions. These movements can be uncomfortable.
1. 什么是肌张力障碍?肌张力障碍是一种神经系统疾病,会导致肌肉不受控制地自行移动或收缩。这些非自主运动可能导致缓慢、重复的动作或异常的身体姿势。这些动作可能令人不适。
There are several different types of dystonia. Some types affect only one muscle or body part, while other types affect groups of muscles or muscles throughout the body. Dystonia symptoms can in some cases be life-threatening.
2. 肌张力障碍有几种不同类型。有些类型仅影响单个肌肉或身体部位,而其他类型则影响肌肉群或全身肌肉。在某些情况下,肌张力障碍的症状可能危及生命。
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