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Paroxysmal dystonic head tremor.

A J Hughes1, A J Lees, C D Marsden

  • 1Department of Neurology, University College and Middlesex Hospitals, School of Medicine, London, England.

Movement Disorders : Official Journal of the Movement Disorder Society
|January 1, 1991
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This study describes two patients experiencing paroxysmal head tremor and torticollis. One patient with paroxysmal dystonic choreoathetosis showed significant improvement with clonazepam treatment.

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Movement Disorders

Background:

  • Head tremor and torticollis can manifest as paroxysmal events.
  • Understanding the underlying mechanisms is crucial for effective treatment.

Observation:

  • Two patients presented with distinct paroxysmal "no-no" direction head tremor and mild torticollis.
  • One patient exhibited features consistent with paroxysmal dystonic choreoathetosis.

Findings:

  • The patient with paroxysmal dystonic choreoathetosis demonstrated a positive response to clonazepam.
  • This suggests clonazepam may be a viable therapeutic option for similar presentations.

Implications:

  • Highlights the importance of accurate diagnosis for paroxysmal movement disorders.

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  • Suggests clonazepam as a potential treatment for specific types of head tremor and dystonia.
  • Warrants further investigation into the efficacy of clonazepam in managing these conditions.