Dystonia

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Description

Dystonia is a type of Neuromuscular Ailment that involves abnormal posture caused by spasm in the Muscles of the shoulders, neck and trunk.  The arm is often held in a rotated position and the head is drawn back and to one side.  It is believed that Dystonia is caused by disturbances to the Brain's Basal Ganglia.

 

These Substances may Alleviate Dystonia

Organic Acids

 Malic Acid (6,000 mg of the Citrulline Malate form per day) may alleviate (autonomic) Dystonia.  [1]

 

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