Stiff Person Syndrome is a rare autoimmune and neurological disorder, usually affecting adults ages 30 to 60, that causes muscle rigidity and spasms in the torso and limbs.
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is the degeneration of neurons over time, leading to progressive muscle weakness and eventual paralysis.
Muscular dystrophy includes 30+ distinct disorders that impair the building and restoring muscle, causing weakness and muscle control problems.
Myasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune disorder causing extreme fatigue, caused by disrupted communication between nerve and muscle cells.
Neuropathy, which can cause burning or shooting pain and weakness, is caused by damage to the nervous system.
Meningitis (inflammation of the protective membrane covering the brain and spinal cord) can be dangerous. Quick, accurate diagnosis is crucial.
Dystonia is a neurological movement disorder that causes muscle contractions or spasms. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Multiple sclerosis (MS) presents with a variety of symptoms, and advanced imaging is one of the best ways doctors can verify a patient's diagnosis. Learn more about this procedure.
One in 26 Americans has epilepsy, a neurological condition that interrupts normal electrical activity in the brain. Many effective treatments are available.
Stroke, a blockage of blood flow to the brain, can cause symptoms ranging from barely noticeable to disabling to death. Fast treatment is vital.