Selective Denervation Surgery

Dystonia is a large category of disorders that interferes with the connection between muscles and nerves, which can cause twitching or pull you into abnormal postures. While it is sometimes difficult to pinpoint the origin of this disorder, doctors now know that certain medications, such as Reglan, can cause this condition. One way that it is being treated is with selective denervation surgery, or the Bertrand procedure.

You should be able to trust your medicines to heal you, not leave you with permanent neuromuscular disorders. If you have developed tardive or cervical dystonia due to the use of Reglan or other metoclopramide products, contact a Reglan side effects attorney from the experienced firm of Williams Kherkher today at 800-761-3187.

Treating Cervical Dystonia

One way that doctors have been improving the lives of those with cervical dystonia is through selective denervation surgery. Since this condition causes muscle spasms that can force your neck into uncomfortable and unnatural positions, surgeons have found a way to help alleviate the muscle contractions.

With the Bertrand procedure, doctors pinpoint the exact muscles that are the most problematic. They then cut the nerve connections to those muscles, which can relax the contractions. Although you may be left with residual twitching, doctors are often unable to clip all of the connections because it can overly weaken your neck.

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Although selective denervation surgery seems like a quick and easy way to solve cervical dystonia, it is a tricky procedure that may or may not alleviate your condition. If you or someone you know has been left with this disease due to Reglan usage, you may be entitled to financial compensation to help with your recovery. For more information, contact the Reglan lawsuit attorneys from Williams Kherkher today at 800-761-3187.