Preferred Label : Limb dystonia;
ICD-11 definition : Focal limb dystonia is a form of focal dystonia, characterized by dystonic spasms
of arm or leg muscles accompanied by repetitive, twisting movements or abnormal positions
or postures. Limb dystonia may also be segmental, that is affecting group of muscles
of an arm as well as the neck, and is also present in those with hemidystonia or generalized
dystonia.;
Origin ID : 456754783;
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Focal limb dystonia is a form of focal dystonia, characterized by dystonic spasms
of arm or leg muscles accompanied by repetitive, twisting movements or abnormal positions
or postures. Limb dystonia may also be segmental, that is affecting group of muscles
of an arm as well as the neck, and is also present in those with hemidystonia or generalized
dystonia.
