Neurodegenerative, Movement and Functional Disorders

Neurodegenerative, movement and functional disorders can affect how the brain and nervous system control movement, memory, thinking, sensation and other everyday functions.

Neurodegenerative disorders are conditions in which nerve cells in the brain or nervous system progressively become damaged or lose function over time. Conditions such as Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer’s disease can gradually affect movement, memory, thinking, behaviour and the ability to carry out everyday activities.

Movement and functional disorders can affect how the nervous system controls movement or other bodily functions. Depending on the condition, symptoms may include tremors, involuntary movements, muscle stiffness, seizures, facial spasms or nerve pain.

While some of these conditions cannot be cured, appropriate treatment and ongoing care may help manage symptoms, maintain function and support quality of life.

At Mount Elizabeth Hospitals, our neurologists and neurosurgeons provide assessment and treatment for a range of neurodegenerative, movement and functional disorders. Depending on the condition and its severity, treatment may include medication, rehabilitation, symptom management or surgical procedures.

Learn about neurodegenerative, movement and functional disorders, as well as neurological and neurosurgical treatments available at Mount Elizabeth Hospitals.