Other Neurological Conditions
Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS)
GBS is a rare and serious neurological condition that affects the peripheral nervous system.
The peripheral nervous system is the network of nerves that control the body's senses and movements. In GBS, the body's immune system attacks these nerves, causing them to become inflamed (auto-immune response)
Inflammation of the peripheral nerves leads to a tingly, numbing sensation in the arms and legs which can eventually result in a loss of feeling and movement (paralysis).
The exact cause of GBS is unclear and there is no way to pinpoint who is most at risk from the condition. However, in many cases, the person affected will have had a viral or bacterial infection a few weeks before getting the condition. It is thought that the infection triggers the auto-immune response in the body.
GBS affects about 1500 people in the UK every year. It is slightly more common in men than women and can affect people of any age, including children.
Most people with GBS make a full recovery within a few weeks or months and do not have any further problems. A small percentage of people may take much longer to recover and there is the possibility of permanent nerve damage and long-term disability.
Motor Neurone Disease (MND)
MND is the name given to a group of relatively rare disorders that cause the motor (movement) system to progressively degenerate. The nerve cells that control movement, the motor neurons, are a complex system of nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord that control the action of the muscles.
In MND the nerves degenerate, causing weakness and wasting of the muscles responsible for movement and eventually the muscles responsible for speech, swallowing and breathing.
MND is a condition that usually affects adults, and it is most common among people aged 50 to 70. Men are twice as likely to get the condition as women. Every year in the UK, approximately one person in 50,000 will develop MND.
There is not yet a cure for MND however Doctors, Nurses, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Speech and Language Therapists, can help and support the individual to manage their symptoms.
Our specialist Neurological Physiotherapists aim to facilitate a positive change for those with neurological conditions. Maximising the opportunities for the individual to achieve their optimum levels of physical, functional, cognitive and social abilities are the goals of active rehabilitation and management.
To arrange an appointment or to speak with one of our specialists, call us on
0845 372 1966 or email:
info@neurotherapy.co.uk
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