What is neurology?
Neurology is a medical specialty that focuses on conditions that affect the nervous system. Your nervous system consists of two main branches: the central nervous system, or your brain and spinal cord, and the peripheral nervous system, which includes the network of nerves that travel throughout your body.
Your nervous system coordinates a variety of important tasks in your body, including muscle movements, pain perception, and cognitive functions like memory, attention, and learning.
As a specialist, Dr. Ed Benny diagnoses and treats a wide range of neurological disorders.
What are common neurological conditions?
Dr. Ed Benny diagnoses, treats, and manages a variety of conditions that affect the brain, spinal cord, and nerves, including:
- Stroke
- Epilepsy and seizure disorders
- Headaches and migraines
- Multiple sclerosis
- Parkinson’s disease
- Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
- Infections of the brain or nerves
He also treats spinal cord disorders, such as compression due to spinal stenosis or abnormal growth.
What are the symptoms of a neurological disorder?
Neurological symptoms vary greatly depending on the part of your nervous system that’s affected and the severity of your condition. Signs and symptoms that you may have a neurological problem include:
- Dizziness and confusion
- Muscle weakness
- Coordination problems
- Changes in sensation, such as numbness or tingling
What are common neurology procedures?
When you see Dr. Ed Benny at The Spine and Sports Center, he begins with a physical exam and a review of your medical history. He may also perform a neurological exam, which includes testing your strength, reflexes, and coordination.
Depending on what he discovers in the initial assessment, Dr. Ed Benny may also take tests, including:
- Lumbar puncture to test your spinal fluid
- Electromyography (EMG) to measure the electrical activity of your nerves
- Electroencephalogram (EEG), which records the electrical activity of your brain
- Computerized tomography (CT) scan
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan
- Positron emission tomography (PET) scan
- Sleep studies to diagnose sleep disorders
If you think you may have a neurological condition, call The Spine and Sports Center or book an appointment online today.
