Category: Neurological Disorders
Is Epilepsy Genetic? A Closer Look at What’s in Your DNA
October 24, 2023 | Brain and Spine SpecialistsEpilepsy is not an uncommon condition, with one out of every 26 individuals being affected. As the fourth most common neurological disorder, its causes have been the subject of extensive research and discussion. Among the many questions that arise, the…
Parkinson’s Disease: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
February 15, 2023 | Brain and Spine SpecialistsMost people know about Parkinson’s disease from movies or TV shows, where the main character often shakes uncontrollably. But there’s a lot more to it than that. Parkinson’s disease is a serious neurological disorder that affects both the mind and…
Can Brain and Spine Myelin be Healed?
July 29, 2022 | Brain and Spine SpecialistsThe nervous system is a delicate and intricate system with hundreds of billions of moving parts that control every aspect of your body’s functioning. With all those sensitive nerve endings and signal receptors comes the need for some type of…
“Regular” Pain or Neuropathy? What’s the Difference?
June 9, 2022 | Brain and Spine SpecialistsIt is nearly impossible to predict when pain will strike. When pain is present, knowing what is causing it (and addressing it as soon as possible) is critical, as it may signal a broader underlying problem. But how can you…
What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
February 23, 2022 | Brain and Spine SpecialistsAmong the most common nerve disorders patients experience today, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome affects more than eight million people across the globe each year and is often very treatable. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Symptoms The most common symptom of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome…
Brain Specialists & Spine Specialists: What’s the Difference?
October 6, 2021 | Brain and Spine SpecialistsOften in the world of Neurology, brain specialists and spine specialists are lumped into one category. The fact of the matter is that the two specialists have some similarities but many differences as well. With complex symptoms and diagnoses becoming…
The Three Most Common Neurological Disorders
August 9, 2021 | Brain and Spine SpecialistsDefined as disorders that affect the brain and nerves found throughout the body and spinal cord, neurological disorders include a wide range of conditions, some relatively common and many others that are considered rare. According to the U.S. National Library…