Neurologic Disorders

Neurologic disorders are conditions that affect the brain and nerves found throughout the body, particularly those that receive signals from the spinal cord. We usually hear people complain about being troubled by a series of points of pain throughout their body, or severe emanating from one region (e.g. head and back). 

Neurologic disorders can show some evident symptoms like structural and electrical abnormalities in the brain, nerves, and spinal cord. Some neurologic conditions include muscle weakness, sensation loss, confusion, seizures, poor coordination, paralysis, and altered levels of consciousness. Some particular reasons for neurologic disorders include congenital abnormalities, lifestyle, infections, genetic diseases, or environmental health problems like brain injury, malnutrition, nerve injury, or spinal cord injury.  

How the Nervous System affects our health

The nervous system is a complicated and sophisticated system that stimulates the body’s activities. The system is made up of two divisions-

• Central nervous system
• Peripheral nervous system

The nervous system is not solely connected to the brain and spinal cord. In fact, it is also connected to the principal organs whih include the following:

• Eyes
• Sensory organs of taste
• Sensory receptors in the muscles, joints, skin, and other parts of the body
• Sensory organs of smell
• Ears

Symptoms of Neurologic Disorders

• Persistent or sudden onset of a headache
• Loss of feeling or numbness
• Memory loss
• Intense or normal headache 
• Loss of muscle strength
• Impaired mental ability
• Tremors and seizures
• Lack of coordination
• Loss of sight 
• Muscle rigidity
• Muscle wasting and slurred speech
• Back pain that transfers to the feet and other parts of the body. 

Types of Neurologic Disorders

Nervous system disorders are classified into different types with different symptoms and causes. However, all diseases are connected to the body’s nervous system and can be life-threatening if not treated properly. 

Many nervous system disorders require clinical care by healthcare professionals. Some of the most common and complained about neurologic disorders are-

• Acute spiel cord injury
• Alzheimer’s disease
• Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
• Ataxia
• Bell’s palsy
• Brain tumors
• Cerebral aneurysm
• Guillain-barre syndrome
• Epilepsy and seizures
• Headache 
• Lumbar disk disease
• Meningitis
• Muscular dystrophy
• Parkinson’s disease
• Stroke

Looking for lasting pain relief? 

Being diagnosed with any neurologic disorder is life-changing. Seeking our professional help to get over these health issues is the best first step. We’ll work with you and your other healthcare providers to ensure a proper diagnosis and create a customized treatment plan that is right for you.

Connect with us now to book an appointment and begin reclaiming your life with less pain.