What are the chances of a child with generalized dystonia affecting mainly the feet and legs developing other types of dystonia, like cervical dystonia?
When dystonia begins in childhood involving the legs and the feet, it is quite common for it to progress to involve the trunk, the arms, and even the neck. This is particularly true for early-onset generalized dystonia . Children who first develop symptoms in the arm or neck typically do not experience widespread progression to other areas. Early identification of symptoms and prompt treatment can often minimize the impact of dystonia on a child’s mobility and quality of life.
