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Neuromuscular Disorders

Adult Neurology & Electrodiagnostic Medicine located in Katy and Sugar Land, TX

Neuromuscular Disorders services offered in Katy and Sugar Land, TX


Neuromuscular disorders are a group of conditions that affect the nerves that control your muscles. These disorders can lead to problems with muscle control, strength, and coordination. They can be genetic or acquired later in life.

Some common neuromuscular disorders include:

1. Muscular Dystrophy: A group of genetic disorders that cause muscle weakness and degeneration over time.

2. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS): A progressive neurological disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord, leading to muscle weakness and eventual paralysis.

3. Myasthenia Gravis: An autoimmune disorder where the immune system attacks the connections between nerves and muscles, causing muscle weakness and fatigue.

4. Peripheral Neuropathy: Damage to peripheral nerves that can result in pain, numbness, and weakness, often affecting the hands and feet.

5. Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease: A hereditary disorder that affects the peripheral nerves, leading to muscle weakness and sensory loss.

6. Guillain-Barré Syndrome: An autoimmune disorder that damages the peripheral nerves, causing muscle weakness and paralysis.

7. Spinal Muscular Atrophy: A genetic disorder that affects the nerve cells responsible for muscle control, leading to muscle weakness and atrophy.

8. Huntington's Disease: A genetic disorder that affects both the nervous system and muscles, leading to motor and cognitive impairments.

9. Friedreich's Ataxia: A genetic disorder that affects the nervous system and leads to difficulty with balance, coordination, and muscle control.

Treatment and management of neuromuscular disorders often involve a combination of medications, physical therapy, assistive devices, and lifestyle adjustments. If you suspect you have a neuromuscular disorder or have been diagnosed with one, consulting a medical professional is crucial for proper diagnosis and management.