Fact Sheets

Source: CCM

Score: 17
Muscular Dystrophy
Muscular dystrophy refers to a group of more than 30 disorders that impair the body’s ability to build and restore muscle. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
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Myasthenia Gravis
Myasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune neuromuscular disease that causes muscle weakness. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Score: 15
Peripheral Neuropathy
When the peripheral nerves (nerves located outside of the brain and spinal cord) become damaged and do not work properly.
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Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is the degeneration of neurons over time, leading to progressive muscle weakness and eventual paralysis.
Score: 13
Neuropathy
Neuropathy is nerve damage outside the brain and spinal cord that causes pain or numbness. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
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Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer's disease is a type of dementia, causing confusion and memory loss severe enough to interfere with everyday life..
Score: 11
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease that causes damage to the central nervous system that can ultimately lead to paralysis. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Score: 10
Dystonia
Dystonia is a neurological movement disorder that causes muscle contractions or spasms. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Score: 9
Guillain-Barré Syndrome
Guillain-Barré syndrome is a neurological condition in which the immune system attacks healthy nerve cells. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Score: 8
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is the most common nerve complaint in the U.S., caused by the compression of a major wrist nerve. Learn more about symptoms and treatment.