Parkinson’s disease (PD): anterocollis
Written and reviewed by Dr Ibrahim Imam, Consultant Neurologist. Last reviewed .
Parkinson’s disease (PD): anterocollis. This is neck flexion >45°. It occurs in about 5% of people with PD. Fully referenced neurology checklist.
Clinical features
- This is neck flexion >45°
- It occurs in about 5% of people with PD
- It may begin with commencement of dopamine agonists (DA)
- It may be overcome voluntarily
- It may not resolve on lying down (psychic pillow)
Complications
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Treatment
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