Quantifying Musical Performance After Treatment With Myobloc in Musician's Dystonia

Summary

This study uses a computerized method of musical instrument digital interface (MIDI) quantification of performance before and after treatment with botulinum toxin type B (Myobloc ®, Solstice Neurosciences). Myobloc is a purified and diluted form of botulinum toxin used medically to relax unwanted muscle spasms and movements. The aim of the study is to determine the feasibility of quantifying change in performance following treatment.

Timeline

Start

2003-04

Primary completion

2008-05

Completion

2008-05

Drugs

Indications