Think Neuro Mini: What is Cervical Dystonia? with Dr. Natalie Diaz
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Think Neuro Mini: What is Cervical Dystonia? with Dr. Natalie Diaz

Cervical dystonia (sometimes called neck dystonia) is the abnormal position of the muscles of the neck, causing a twisted, turned, flexed or extended neck position. Abnormal signals coming from the deep parts of the brain cause this condition and therefore it is not muscular in nature and will not resolve with muscle massage or stretching.

The mainstay of treatment of cervical dystonia is with injection of botulinum toxin, such as Botox or Xeomin. Botulinum toxin injections work by causing a disruption between the nerve and the muscle, thereby weakening the muscle that it is injected into. For cervical dystonia, because the muscles that are pulling or twisting the neck to one side are overactive, Botox works to calm those specific muscles down and allows for a more natural and neutral head position.

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Think Neuro Mini: Meet Vivian F. Wu, MD, MPH

Think Neuro Mini: Meet Vivian F. Wu, MD, MPH

Vivian F. Wu, MD, MPH, is a surgeon-scientist specializing in all cancers of the head and neck, including those of the tongue, throat, voice box, thyroid, skin, and salivary glands. She is the Directo...

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International & Out-Of- State Patients at Pacific Neuroscience Institute

International & Out-Of- State Patients at Pacific Neuroscience Institute

Located in Los Angeles, we are here for patients from around the globe.If you are living outside the greater Los Angeles area, out-of-state, or abroad, and want a consultation for a newly diagnosed or...

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65. Optimizing the Brain with the 6 Core Pillars of Cognitive Wellness

65. Optimizing the Brain with the 6 Core Pillars of Cognitive Wellness

More than 20% of adults over the age of 55 experience depression, anxiety, and cognitive decline as they age. Shannel Elhelou, PsyD and Ryan Glatt, MS, CPT, NBC-HWC, however, are firm believers in six...

21 Touko 202548min

Brain Tumor Treatment at PNI | Ashley's Grateful Patient Story

Brain Tumor Treatment at PNI | Ashley's Grateful Patient Story

On New Year's Eve of 2017 Ashley had a seizure and passed out. She woke up in an ambulance, passed out again and woke up in an emergency room. An MRI revealed a glioma, a type of brain tumor. After su...

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Think Neuro Mini: Treating Tonsils and Tonsil Stones with Dr. Abbas Anwar

Think Neuro Mini: Treating Tonsils and Tonsil Stones with Dr. Abbas Anwar

Tonsil stones are small, calcified formations that occur within the crevices of the tonsils. Composed of hardened minerals or food particles, these growths are generally harmless but can cause unpleas...

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Think Neuro Mini: Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss with Dr. Abbas Anwar

Think Neuro Mini: Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss with Dr. Abbas Anwar

Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss (SSHL), or sudden deafness, is a rapid loss of hearing. SSHL can happen to a person all at once or over a period of up to 3 days. It should be considered a medical em...

30 Huhti 20253min

64. A Multitude of Treatment Options for Head and Neck Cancer | Dr. Vivian Wu

64. A Multitude of Treatment Options for Head and Neck Cancer | Dr. Vivian Wu

Human Papillomavirus, or HPV, is a virus that infects the skin and wet surfaces of the body. It's a disease that's commonly spread through sexual activity, and over 80% of people will get it at some p...

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Think Neuro Mini: Eustachian Tube Dysfunction Relating to Nasal and Sinus Issues with Dr. Michael Yong

Think Neuro Mini: Eustachian Tube Dysfunction Relating to Nasal and Sinus Issues with Dr. Michael Yong

The eustachian tube connects the middle ear to the nasopharynx (back of the nose). It helps aerate the middle ear as well as equalizing pressure such as when flying in an airplane. Sometimes the eusta...

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