Tricks to Treatments: Sensory Tricks in Dystonia (P2.042)

CONCLUSIONS:We propose a new classification of ST,to include its variants, such as FT, MT, IT and rST. Wide range of prevalence and effectiveness of ST may reflect ambiguity of terminology and varying measures. More studies are needed to determine the interaction of deep brain stimulation and botulinum toxin with ST. Our research points to more benefit than harm for searching for, or even inducing, ST in patients with dystonia.Study Supported by:National Institutes of Health and the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, and the the Dystonia Medical Research Foundation.Disclosure: Dr. Ramos has received personal compensation for activities with the National Inistitutes of Health as an employee, and the Dystonia Medical Research Foundation. Dr. Karp has nothing to disclose. Dr. Hallett has received personal compensation for activities with Neurotoxin Institute, Cambridge University Press, Oxford University Press, Wiley-Blackwell, Springer, Wolters Kluwer, and Elsevier. Dr. Hallett has received royalty payments from the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Hallett's institute has received research support from BCN Peptides and Manhattan Pharmaceuticals.

Source: Neurology - April 9, 2014 Category: Neurology Authors: Ramos, V., Karp, B., Hallett, M. Tags: Movement Disorders: Dystonia Source Type: research