Neurology

Why NH?
Cerebral stroke or ‘Brain Attack’ is the leading cause of disability and probably the third leading cause of death in India. At Narayana Health, we use a new technique known as a temporary endovascular bypass. There are interventional neurological procedures, which are used for the treatment of acute stroke or epilepsy and are practised abroad very routinely. We hope to increase awareness of stroke and its prevention so that the focus is on prevention rather than cure.
The network of hospitals under Narayana Health offers comprehensive packages for epileptic care services, cerebral stroke programmes including rehabilitation and evaluation of complex neuromuscular disorders for which a recommended course of neurological disorders treatment is followed.
Our neurologists are experienced in treating patients with neurological disorders and diseases including:
Autism, learning disabilities
Epilepsy, dizziness and fainting
Chronic tension or stress-related headache, migraine
Persistent backache and spine problems
Short-term memory loss and dementia
Parkinson’s disease, cerebral stroke
Cancers and tumours
Meningitis or brain fever
Sleep apnoea, semi-somnia, insomnia (sleep disorders)
Nerve-related issues (stress and nervous tensions) and trauma cases
Types of Neurology Diseases
Neurological disorders and diseases are caused by problems in either the central or peripheral nervous systems, or both. They can affect one, or many parts, of the nervous system such as the brain, spinal cord, nerves, nerve roots, neuromuscular junctions, the autonomic nervous system, and so on.
The causes of neurological disorders are varied. They can be caused by faulty genes, injuries, malnutrition, infection, or a response to an infection. Narayana Health is the best neurology hospital in India to treat all types of neurological disorders. There are more than 600 types of neurological diseases and disorders, but they can be broadly classified as follows-
Problems at the developmental stages of the nervous system such as spina bifida.
Genetic diseases such as muscular dystrophy and Huntington’s disease.
Degenerative or demyelinating diseases that cause the cells of the nervous system to die, or get damaged, over time such as Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer’s disease.
Problems with the blood supply to the brain causing cerebrovascular disease such as a stroke.
Memory loss and dementia
Spinal cord disorders
Speech and learning disorders
Headache disorders such as migraines
Seizures
Pinched nerves
Tremors or uncontrolled movements
Cancers
Infections
Sleep disorders
Diagnosis
During the first meeting with a neurologist at Neuro Hospital, you will be undergoing a physical examination to look for any abnormality in speech, vision, cognitive abilities, coordination, strength, sensation and reflexes. Subsequently, diagnostic tests will be prescribed if required to better study and confirm the neurological problem if any.
At Narayana Health, the best neuro hospital in India, the most commonly prescribed tests for neurological disorders are
Imaging tests
Modern imaging techniques use different methods to obtain and study images of tissues within the body, in order to diagnose various problems. The most commonly used imaging techniques to diagnose neurological problems are Computed Tomography (CT or CAT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and Single-Photon Emission (SPECT) scans. These scans help the neurologist to clearly observe and diagnose strokes, injuries, tumours, malformation or haemorrhage of blood vessels or abnormalities during the development of the brain.
Computed Tomography (CT): CT scans are extensively used to obtain two-dimensional images of the internal structures of the body. It involves the injection of a contrast dye into the bloodstream of the patient to help visualise the images better. A CT scan of the brain can be used to easily detect any structural abnormalities, strokes, haemorrhages, bone or blood vessel malformations or damage, amongst other disorders. Spinal CT scans can be used to diagnose problems such as a spinal fracture, herniated disc, or narrowing of the spinal canal. CT scans should be avoided by pregnant women as they involve radiation and may be harmful to the fetus. These scans are preferable for those patients who are unable to undergo an MRI scan.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI): This type of imaging uses a very powerful magnetic field and r