Neurology

What is neurology?

Neurology at Solution Health Specialists is a medical branch focused on treating nervous system disorders, which are disorders of the spinal cord, brain, and nerves. Neurological conditions can become crippling if left untreated or can be an underlying cause of a larger medical concern. Early detection and treatment can ease symptoms and optimize your quality of life.

Which conditions can neurology services treat?

The skilled Solution Health Specialists diagnose and help treat the following neurological conditions and more:

• Headaches
• Migraines
• Balance problems
• Muscle disorders and pain
• Epilepsy and other seizure disorders 
• Brain and spinal cord tumors
• Neuropathy 
• Parkinson’s disease
• Alzheimer’s disease
• Multiple sclerosis
• Strokes
• Muscular dystrophy
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Spinal cord injuries 
• Myasthenia gravis
• Brain or peripheral nervous system infections
• Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrig’s disease)
• Spinal cord disorders
• Language and speech problems
• Bell’s palsy
• Carpal tunnel syndrome 

Symptoms of neurological disorders include numbness, tingling, burning, confusion, and memory problems. You might also develop muscle movement challenges, weakness, muscle stiffness, sensory changes, or pain. 

See the Solution Health Specialists team at the first sign of a problem — or if you need help managing a chronic disease.

What are the risk factors for neurological disorders?

Factors that may increase your risk of developing a neurological condition include:

• Family history of neurological disorders
• Injuries
• Infections
• Tumors 
• Diabetes or other chronic diseases 
• Unhealthy lifestyle habits
• Stress
• Emotional trauma
• Mental health disorders 

However, the exact cause of neurological conditions and their symptoms isn’t always known.

How are neurological conditions diagnosed?

Diagnosing neurological conditions requires a review of your symptoms and medical history, physical and neurological exams, nerve function tests, brain function testing, or lab work. You may also need imaging procedures, a mental health evaluation, a spinal tap, a sleep study, or additional diagnostic tests.

Which neurology treatments are available?

The Solution Health Specialists team may recommend one or more of the following neurology treatments:

• Lifestyle changes
• Medications
• Speech therapy
• Occupational therapy
• Physical therapy 
• Stress management
• Counseling
• Assistive devices
• Surgery
• Clinical trials

Your neurologist tailors a plan that maximizes health outcomes, minimizes unpleasant symptoms, and reduces your risk of worsening problems. 

Learn more about the exemplary neurology services at Solution Health Specialists by scheduling an in-person, telehealth, or house call appointment by phone. You can also request one online at any time.