The nervous system is the body’s communication highway. It sends
signals between the brain, nerves, and muscles that tell the body what
to do. A neurological disorder is a condition of the nervous system that
can affect the body in many different ways.
Symptoms of a neurological disorder may include:
Weak, tingling feelings in the limbs
Muscle weakness
Partial or complete paralysis
Seizures
Pain
Difficulty reading or writing
Difficulty thinking or speaking
Vision changes
Dizziness
Mood swings
Memory loss
Chronic headaches or migraines
You can find treatment for neurological disorders close to home at Arrowhead
Regional Medical Center. Our skilled team of neurologists provides diagnosis,
treatment, and management of these conditions for patients of all ages.
Diagnostic Tests
Neurological disorders often require extensive testing to diagnose. The
nervous system cannot be examined with a physical or imaging exam like
other systems. An extensive review of your medical history, reflexes,
coordination, and cognitive abilities must take place. Imaging tests like
MRI and electromyography can help with this process but usually aren’t
sufficient on their own. Our team has extensive experience and access
to advanced technology to diagnose neurological disorders.
Common Neurological Disorders
Some of the more common neurological disorders include:
Multiple Sclerosis – An autoimmune disease that causes the immune system to attack the nervous
system. It causes numbness and weakness in the limbs and an electric shock
feeling when making specific neck movements.
Epilepsy – A condition that makes one more prone to seizures.
Parkinson’s Disease – A progressive condition that causes uncontrollable body tremors. It can
also cause muscle stiffness and difficulty moving.
Alzheimer’s – Progressive memory loss that typically begins in old age.
Cerebral Palsy – This is an umbrella term for many disorders that weaken muscles
and make it difficult to move, swallow, speak, or hear. Typically begins
in childhood.
We provide compressive care for all types of neurological disorders. Trust
your family’s care to our dedicated neurology team.
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