Do Dystonia Get Worse?

For most people, dystonia develops over a period of a few months, or sometimes a few years. It does not usually continue to get worse. In some people, dystonia may spread from one body area to another, or other problems may develop.

Does dystonia worsen with age?

Torsion dystonia is a very rare disorder. It affects the entire body and seriously disables the person who has it. Symptoms generally appear in childhood and get worse as the person ages.

Does dystonia stop progressing?

Over time, the symptoms may become more noticeable or widespread; sometimes, however, there is little or no progression. In some cases, dystonia can affect only one specific action, while allowing others to occur unimpeded.