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Old 07-09-2010, 04:06 PM
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Severe myoclonus and dystonias remain very hard to treat.

There is something wrong with inhibitory neurons, and it is just not well understood.

I am a little confused about using an SSRI....

http://findarticles.com/p/articles/m.../ai_n29374982/

But I wonder if ice packs along the area where you have the worst movements, along the spine, might reduce them some?
Ice typically slows nerve impulses. It is worth a try.
Just don't overdo it. 20 minutes tops on one area, with a thin cloth protecting the skin.

I don't know of supplements other than magnesium for this serious problem.
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