Neurology is a medical specialty focused on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disorders of the central and peripheral nervous system. At GMS Clinic, we provide care for a wide range of neurological conditions in accordance with modern international standards.
Neurological specialties
Neurology is a medical field in which several specialties have developed, including the following ones:
- Head and facial pain. Cephalology is a specialty in neurology focused on the treatment of pain syndromes such as migraines, tension-type headaches, trigeminal neuralgia, and more, using modern methods of treatment.
- Spine and vertebral disorders. An interdisciplinary field combining neurology, orthopedics, rheumatology, and manual therapy, focused on spinal disorders affecting the nervous system.
- Otoneurology. A subspecialty at the intersection of neurology and otolaryngology, addressing vestibular disorders, dizziness, hearing loss, tinnitus, and related conditions.
- Pediatric neurology. Diagnosis and treatment of neurological disorders in children, including epilepsy, headaches, spina bifida, inherited genetic conditions, autism spectrum disorders, and others.
- Vascular neurology. Primary and secondary prevention of cerebrovascular diseases. Rehabilitation after ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke. Individualized risk factor management.
- Cognitive disorders. Prevention and treatment of conditions associated with memory impairment, disorientation, and cognitive decline, including Alzheimer’s disease, vascular dementia, and other cognitive disorders.
- Botulinum therapy. A modern treatment method using botulinum toxin type A for the treatment of migraines and hyperhidrosis (increased perspiration), as well as aesthetic correction (neck lengthening).
- Somnology. Prevention and treatment of sleep disorders, difficulty falling asleep, early awakenings, excessive daytime sleepiness, movement disorders during sleep, sleep apnea, etc.
- Algology. Diagnostics and treatment of pain syndromes in various body regions, such as back pain, tunnel syndromes, postherpetic neuralgia, etc.
Other areas include autoimmune neurological disorders (multiple sclerosis, autoimmune polyneuropathies, myasthenia gravis), neuro-oncology, movement disorders (Parkinson’s disease, dystonia), and epileptology.
Conditions we treat
At the GMS Clinic Neurology Department, we treat a wide range of conditions, including:
- Headaches;
- Migraines;
- Back pain;
- Dizziness and balance disorders;
- Myofascial pain syndrome;
- Spinal deformities (scoliosis, kyphosis, etc.);
- Trigeminal autonomic cephalalgias;
- Sleep disorders (insomnia);
- Trigeminal neuralgia and other cranial nerve disorders;
- Facial asymmetry and facial nerve palsy;
- Bruxism;
- Post-stroke conditions;
- Alzheimer’s disease;
- Cognitive impairment and dementia;
- Tunnel syndromes (e.g., carpal tunnel syndrome and others);
- Focal dystonias (cervical dystonia, blepharospasm, oromandibular dystonia);
- Parkinson’s disease and parkinsonian syndrome;
- Hydrocephalus of various etiologies;
- Epilepsy;
- Traumatic brain injury sequelae;
- Brain and spinal cord tumors;
- Infectious nervous system disorders (e.g., herpes virus infections);
- Encephalopathies of various origins;
- Spina bifida;
- Peripheral nervous system disorders (e.g., due to diabetes or alcohol abuse)
Important!
Neurologists are commonly referred for the following symptoms:
- Headache or facial pain;
- Back or neck pain;
- Dizziness and unsteady gait;
- Tingling, numbness, or unusual sensations in the body or face;
- Involuntary movements (e.g., hand tremor);
- Cognitive difficulties (forgetfulness, difficulty processing new information):
- Emotional disturbances (irritability, anxiety, low mood);
- Insomnia.
Treatment approaches
Treatment plans at GMS Clinic are based on the following principles:
- Strictly individualized treatment strategies based on clinical examination and diagnostics
- Adherence to international medical protocols and evidence-based medicine
- Use of modern pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapies
- Multidisciplinary care when necessary (involving specialists from other fields).
For the treatment of neurological diseases, GMS Clinic uses the following treatment methods:
- Drug (pharmacological) therapy
- Interventional pain management — medical blockades
- Manual therapy
- Physiotherapy
- Psychotherapy
Diagnostics
Neurological diagnostics at GMS Clinic are selected individually and may include:
- Medical history assessment
- Comprehensive neurological examination
- Computed tomography (CT) and/or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
- Electroencephalography (EEG)
- Electroneuromyography (ENMG)
- Duplex ultrasound scanning of neck vessels
- Laboratory tests
- Lumbar puncture with cerebrospinal fluid analysis
Benefits of GMS Clinic
By choosing GMS Clinic, you can be confident in receiving timely, high-quality medical care. Our neurologists work according to international evidence-based protocols and continuously improve their expertise through global conferences and professional training.
Our philosophy is attentive, ethical care for a patient and their family. Every effort is directed toward rapid symptom relief and long-term improvement in quality of life.
Do not delay your visit. Neurological disorders as well as other diseases respond best to treatment when addressed early.
To schedule an appointment or request a home visit, please call the phone number listed on our website or use the online contact form. Appointments are available 24/7.
