Korean J Med.  2016 Mar;90(3):270-273. 10.3904/kjm.2016.90.3.270.

Fibromyalgia Complicated with Dystonia Successfully Treated with Deep Brain Stimulation: a Case Report and Review of the Literature

• Kim DK
• Lee JH
• Kim SJ
• Park MG
• Park SH
• Hwang JY

• KMID: 2155946
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.3904/kjm.2016.90.3.270

Abstract

Focal dystonia is a neurological condition affecting a muscle or group of muscles in a specific part of the body, leading to involuntary muscular contractions. This condition is often treated with medications including muscle relaxants and injections of botulinum toxin. However, some cases do not respond to normal modes of treatment. Deep brain stimulation (DBS) can be a therapeutic option for patients who are resistant to medical treatment. We report a case of fibromyalgia accompanied by focal hand dystonia, where unilateral DBS improved the patient's focal dystonic movement. We also present a review of the relevant literature.

Keyword

Focal dystonia; Fibromyalgia; Deep brain stimulation

MeSH Terms

Botulinum Toxins
Deep Brain Stimulation*
Dystonia*
Dystonic Disorders
Fibromyalgia*
Hand
Humans
Muscle Contraction
Muscles
Botulinum Toxins