Brain & Nerves

Alzheimer's Disease

Alzheimer's disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder and the most common cause of dementia, accounting for 60-80% of cases. It causes brain cells to degenerate and die, leading to a continuous decline in memory, thinking, and behavioral skills. There is currently no cure, though treatments can temporarily slow symptom progression.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve, which runs from the forearm through a narrow passageway in the wrist (carpal tunnel), becomes compressed. This causes numbness, tingling, and weakness in the hand and fingers. It is often related to repetitive hand motions and is one of the most common nerve compression disorders.

Epilepsy

Epilepsy is a chronic neurological disorder characterized by recurrent, unprovoked seizures caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain. Seizures can range from brief lapses of attention to severe, prolonged convulsions. With proper medication, about 70% of people with epilepsy can become seizure-free.

Migraine

Migraine is a neurological condition causing intense, throbbing headaches typically on one side of the head, often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and extreme sensitivity to light and sound. Attacks can last 4-72 hours and can be debilitating. About 25% of migraine sufferers experience aura, visual or sensory disturbances that precede the headache.

Sciatica

Sciatica refers to pain that radiates along the path of the sciatic nerve, from the lower back through the hips, buttocks, and down each leg. It is usually caused by a herniated disc, bone spur, or spinal stenosis compressing part of the nerve. While the pain can be severe, most cases resolve within a few weeks with conservative treatment.