Neurology and Neuropathy
The nervous system is the most complex system contained within the human body. It is the conduit in which the body correlates and integrates various bodily processes so it can relate and adjust the human body to its environment.
Our physicians are trained to examine these nerve structures in detail. This includes the nerves of the head and neck, muscular strength and movement, sensation, balance testing, walking and reflex testing. The condition of some patients may also require detailed questions regarding memory, speech, language and other cognitive abilities. Relying on clinical examination as well as other commonly used tests to accurately diagnose the patient’s ailment; these tests provide a variety of detailed information from pictures of the brain, spine and blood vessels. Nerve and muscle problems can also be diagnosed with the help of specialized testing.
Conditions most commonly treated by a neurologist:
- Chronic Pain
- Acute Pain
- Headaches
- Head, neck, spine and nerve injuries
- Peripheral Neuropathies
- Fibromyalgia
- Knee and Shoulder Pain/ Discomfort
- Arm Pain
- Leg Pain
- Foot Pain