Inherited dystonia
MONDO:0044807An instance of dystonic disorder that is caused by an inherited modification of the individual's genome.
Also known as: familial dystonia, hereditary dystonic disorder, rare genetic dystonia, rare genetic dystonic disorder
50 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 0 tagged with Inherited dystonia itself.
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Browse by category →Sub-types of Inherited dystonia
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Combined dystonia 1 trial · 12 incl. sub-types
10 sub-types
- Infantile epileptic-dyskinetic encephalopathy 3 trials
- Myoclonus-dystonia syndrome 3 trials Sub-types →
- Paroxysmal dystonia 0 trials · 3 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Dystonia 12 2 trials
- X-linked dystonia-parkinsonism 0 trials
- Ataxia - telangiectasia variant 0 trials
- Combined cervical dystonia 0 trials
- Dystonia 16 0 trials
- Dystonia-aphonia syndrome 0 trials
- Parkinsonism-dystonia, infantile 0 trials Sub-types →
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Isolated dystonia 4 trials · 11 incl. sub-types
2 sub-types
- Generalized dystonia 2 trials · 6 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Focal, segmental or multifocal dystonia 0 trials · 2 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
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Lymphatic malformation 5 8 trials
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Dystonia, focal, task-specific 4 trials
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Dystonia 28, childhood-onset 1 trial
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Torsion dystonia 7 1 trial
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Woodhouse-Sakati syndrome 0 trials
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Ataxia - oculomotor apraxia type 4 0 trials
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Dystonia 22, adult-onset 0 trials
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Dystonia 22, juvenile-onset 0 trials
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Dystonia 30 0 trials
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Dystonia 31 0 trials
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Dystonia 32 0 trials
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Dystonia 33 0 trials
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Dystonia 34, myoclonic 0 trials
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Dystonia 35, childhood-onset 0 trials
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Familial idiopathic torsion dystonia 0 trials
Most studied deeper sub-types
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Brain pacemaker tested for Musician's hand cramps
Disease control OngoingThis study tests deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery for people with severe focal hand dystonia, including musician's dystonia, that hasn't improved with botulinum toxin. Five participants will have electrodes placed in brain areas that control movement, connected to a stimulato…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for kids with rare epilepsy: drug trial targets seizure control
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an investigational drug called relutrigine in 160 children with a severe form of epilepsy called developmental and epileptic encephalopathy (DEE). The goal is to see if the drug can safely reduce monthly seizure frequency compared to a placebo. After the initial …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Praxis Precision Medicines • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Newborn screening study aims to catch rare diseases at birth
Diagnosis OngoingThis study offers voluntary screening for newborns in North Carolina to detect a wide range of rare health conditions early. Using a small blood sample already collected at birth, the program tests for dozens of disorders, including spinal muscular atrophy, cystic fibrosis, and m…
Sponsor: RTI International • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New program aims to ease burden on families of kids with rare diseases
Symptom relief By invitation onlyThis study tests a program called FACE-Rare, designed to support family caregivers of children with rare, life-limiting diseases. The program includes three sessions to help families prepare for future medical decisions and improve their quality of life. Researchers will compare …
Sponsor: Children's National Research Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Can brain stimulation sharpen Decision-Making in Parkinson's?
Knowledge-focused CancelledThis study investigates how the brain makes decisions when visual information is uncertain, focusing on the roles of the basal ganglia and cerebellum. Researchers will compare healthy adults with patients who have Parkinson's disease, dystonia, or cerebellar damage, and will test…
Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Forgotten side effect: new study tracks leg swelling in men with prostate cancer
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 214 men treated for prostate cancer to see how many develop lower limb lymphedema (leg swelling) and who is most at risk. Participants attend check-ups every three months for 18 months. The goal is to better understand this side effect and its impact on quality…
Sponsor: Rigshospitalet, Denmark • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Brain implant that thinks for itself tested in Parkinson's and dystonia
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests a new type of brain implant that can both sense brain activity and deliver stimulation in real time. It involves 25 people with Parkinson's disease or dystonia who already need deep brain stimulation. The goal is to see if closed-loop stimulation (which adjusts a…
Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Scientists track rare dystonia to map its genetic roots
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is observing up to 198 people with rapid-onset dystonia-parkinsonism (RDP) or related genetic mutations. Researchers aim to identify affected individuals, document how common the disease is, and track its progression over time. Participants undergo assessments of sympt…
Sponsor: State University of New York at Buffalo • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Global brain surgery matchmaker aims to help kids with rare movement disorders
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study is building an online platform called DBS MatchMaker to connect doctors around the world who treat rare movement disorders with deep brain stimulation (DBS). The goal is to help doctors share knowledge and find the best ways to treat patients. Up to 500 people of all a…
Sponsor: Boston Children's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC