Table 3.

The health economic impact of recurring symptoms of cervical dystonia

Impact on patient and family

Reduced emotional well-being of patients and families (eg, reduced leisure activities)

Lost work hours relating to the carer (eg, driving patients to the clinic)

Lost work hours relating to the patient (eg, sick leave)

Provision of informal care by family members

Impact on society

Cost to the health care system (eg, provision of alternative treatment)

Cost to the welfare system (eg, benefits, unemployment)