The role of sensory information in the pathophysiology of dystonia

Dystonia is the third most common movement disorder in clinical practice, and while Dystonia dramatically affects the quality of life, the cause is unknown, and there is no cure. In this presentation Professor Richard Reilly discusses his research into the role of sensory information in the pathophysiology of Dystonia. Dystonia encompasses a heterogeneous group of neurological movement disorders characterised by excessive co-contraction of agonist-antagonist muscles, resulting in abnormalities in posture and movement, which are highly disabling. Professor Reilly's lab lab has been developing quantitative methods to understand neurological function in Dystonia, particularly in understanding how the brain processes sensory information.