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Neuromuscular Disorders Programme

Overview

Neuromuscular disorders are conditions that affect the nerves, muscles, or the junction between them. These disorders can cause a range of symptoms, including muscle weakness, pain, and difficulty moving. At AKUH, our programme is committed to offering state-of-the-art diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation services to patients and their families.

Conditions We Treat

Our programme specialises in the diagnosis and management of various neuromuscular disorders, including:

  • Muscular dystrophies: A group of genetic disorders that cause muscle weakness and wasting.

  • Motor neuron diseases: Conditions that affect the nerve cells responsible for controlling muscles, leading to muscle weakness and atrophy, such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

  • Myopathies: Disorders that primarily affect the muscle fibres themselves.

  • Peripheral neuropathies: Conditions that damage the nerves outside of the brain and spinal cord.

  • Myasthenia gravis: An autoimmune disorder that causes muscle weakness.​​​

To learn more about our highly trained and skilled experts, explore the Neurology section in our Find a Doctor directory.

By combining expert care, advanced technology, and a patient-centred approach, the AKUH neuromuscular disorders programme is committed to improving the lives of individuals with these conditions.

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