Neurological Conditions

Neurological conditions are disorders or problems that affect the nervous system, influencing a person’s physical and mental health. These conditions can affect nerves throughout the body, as well as the brain and spinal cord. Causes of neurological conditions encompass a range of factors, including injury, autoimmune diseases, infections and genetics. Most individuals experiencing a neurological condition will face difficulties with coordination, thinking, speech and movement.

The Montefiore Einstein Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation’s interdisciplinary team collaborates to help patients cope with and recover from a wide range of symptoms and issues associated with neurological conditions. Our unique and proven approach combines psychological principles with rehabilitation therapies to provide holistic healing that enhances well-being and overall health.

Our team will tailor a recovery plan to meet each patient’s rehabilitation goals, which may include improved motor skills, speech, communication, swallowing, daily activities, pain, fatigue, independence and cognitive and emotional functioning. Individualized plans typically include physical therapy, occupational therapy, home exercise programs and non-opioid-based pain management regimens. Our experts specialize in diagnosing and treating a wide range of neurological conditions, some of which are listed below. You can find more information about each by selecting its page from the menu on the left.

• Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
• Aphasia
• Brain injury
• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Cerebral palsy
• Concussion
• Multiple sclerosis
• Neuropathic pain
• Paralysis
• Parkinson’s disease
• Spasticity
• Spinal cord injury
• Stroke (cerebrovascular accident—CVA)
• Tarsal tunnel syndrome