Multiple sclerosis is a constantly progressive disease of the nervous system that can lead to disability. Inflammation, demyelination, and axonal degeneration are the main mechanisms that cause symptoms of multiple sclerosis. However, the exact cause of the disease is unknown. It is assumed to be an autoimmune condition with a multifactorial origin. In multiple sclerosis,…
Spastic paralysis is a typical neurological malady. It affects a person’s ability to control their muscles and movements. Damage or abnormalities in the developing brain usually cause such illness. It often occurs before or during birth. What is cerebral palsy remains a crucial question for many. Understanding this condition is vital for early diagnosis and…
Cerebral palsy is a group of diseases of the central nervous system with a leading non-progressive lesion of the motor zones and motor pathways of the brain. Cerebral palsy occurs as a result of damage to the immature brain, which is in a state of maturation in the prenatal period or at an early age….
Amnesia is a disorder of a person’s memory, manifested in the form of a pathological loss of memories of the circumstances of life. Amnestic syndrome remains a common complication of neurological diseases, mental disorders, chronic intoxication, or acute poisoning. Childhood amnesia is common. Most people cannot tell about the events of the first three years…
What is Myopathy? Myopathy is a disease that occurs due to a disturbance in the metabolism and structure of muscle tissue, as a result of which a decrease in the strength of the affected muscles appears and a limitation of motor activity. Myopathies belong to the group of neuromuscular diseases, characterized by dystrophic lesions of…
It is a group of neuromuscular diseases that lead to gradual muscle atrophy and degeneration. Mostly these are progressive hereditary pathologies. Genetically unrelated muscle atrophy is also possible if a person, for one reason or another (usually due to injury or disease that restricts mobility), cannot have normal, daily physical activity. Muscular dystrophy or myopathy…
Discovering that you or a loved one may have amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) can be overwhelming. However, understanding the primary stages of ALS diagnosis can help navigate this complex journey. Each step is crucial, from the first symptoms to the physical examination. They help identify and confirm the presence of ALS. The journey begins by…
A variety of reasons can cause frequent numbness in the arms and legs. Typically, the characteristic burning sensation appears in people who lead a sedentary lifestyle. The constant pressure on the nerves and blood vessels in the legs causes the appearance of “ants”, which disappear when you change position. However, numbness in the limbs can…
Functional gait disorders involve the presence of movements or positions of parts of the body due to the malfunctioning of the nervous system (not associated with organic damage to the nervous system). Various types of gait disorders are a type of functional disorders. The most common types of functional gait disorders are: Dragging gait (functional…
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition where compression occurs in the carpal tunnel of the median nerve. It can be provoked by compression or injury. The concept of tunnel syndrome is not universal for the wrist area; this condition can also manifest itself in other anatomical areas, where the nerves run rather superficially and close…