Important Announcements

Nondiscrimination Statement Update

Boston Medical Center Health System complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin (including limited English proficiency and primary language), religion, culture, physical or mental disabilities, socioeconomic status, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity and/or expression. BMCHS provides free aids and services to people with disabilities and free language services to people whose primary language is not English.

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Campus Construction Update

Starting September 14, we’re closing the Menino building lobby entrance. This, along with the ongoing Yawkey building entrance closure, will help us bring you an even better campus experience that matches the exceptional care you've come to expect. Please enter the Menino and Yawkey buildings through the Moakley building, and make sure to leave extra time to get to your appointment. Thank you for your patience. 

Click here to learn more about our campus redesign. 

Dystonia


Dystonia is a movement disorder that causes your muscles to contract, or spasm. This can cause you to have twisting movements that you can't control.

Dystonia can happen in one part of your body, several parts next to each other, or all over your body. It can be painful and severe, or more mild.

The exact cause of dystonia isn't known, but in some cases, it can be caused by another condition such as Parkinson's disease. In other cases, it can occur on its own.

Treatments for dystonia include:

  • Medications that target the chemicals in your brain that control muscle movement
  • Medications such as Botox that can stop spasms
  • Physical therapy
  • Occupational therapy
  • Speech therapy
  • Stretching or massage
  • Deep brain stimulation
  • Selective denervation surgery

Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition

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Neurosurgery

We provide comprehensive surgical treatment of the spine for trauma, degenerative conditions, congenital problems, and more. Our surgeons are experts in less invasive surgical tec…
Neurosurgery
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Functional Neurosurgery

When a neurological disorder disrupts your daily life, our team can provide state-of-the-art treatment and compassionate care to help you get back to your life.
Functional Neurosurgery
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Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Center

Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders require individualized and ongoing care. Our interdisciplinary team of specialists provides comprehensive care to patients with th…
Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Center