Which condition involves involuntary muscle contractions that result in twisting movements?

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AAthetosis
BMyoclonus
CAkinesia
DDystonia

✓ Correct answer: D. Dystonia Answer: Dystonia Dystonia involves involuntary muscle contractions that result in repetitive twisting movements and abnormal postures. Athetosis is characterized by writhing, worm-like movements in the presence of decreased motor control. Myoclonus involves sudden, brief, involuntary muscle jerks. Akinesia is decreased initiation in regard to motor planning and movement.

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