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Across the UK and beyond, brilliant researchers are working to better understand dystonia. We share updates on their latest findings on our website, social media, and in our Dystonia Matters magazine.

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Lancaster University research study

Lancaster University research study

23/06/2025 | Take part in a new research study exploring the use of a self-compassion app. Read more

Published: 21st June, 2025

Updated: 4th December, 2025

Author: Victoria Wareham

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Take part in research!

27/03/2025 | Dystonia UK and Manchester Metropolitan University are looking for the final people to take part in an exciting study to improve outcomes for botulinum toxin injections. Read more

Published: 27th March, 2025

Updated: 3rd December, 2025

Author: Kate Geaney

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  • What is dystonia?

    What is dystonia?

    Dystonia is a neurological condition that is estimated to affect at least 100,000 people in the UK. Learn more about it here.

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  • What causes dystonia?

    What causes dystonia?

    The cause of dystonia is not yet fully understood, in some cases at least it can be attributed to a chemical imbalance in the part of the brain called the basal ganglia, a part which helps to control movement.

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