Understanding the Brain and Spine - An Overview of the Most Common Neurodegenerative Disorders

 Neurodegenerative disorders encompass a variety of disorders that mostly impact neurons, the main component that make up the human brain as well as the spinal cord. Because neurons cannot reproduce independently, the loss or damage is irreparable, resulting in many debilitating outcomes. In the blog we'll help identify the most prevalent neurodegenerative diseases.

Common Neurodegenerative Disorders

Alzheimer's Disease

Alzheimer's disease (AD) is the most common neurodegenerative disorder, which causes problems with memory, thinking and behaviour. It is a progressive disease, and symptoms increase as time passes, causing difficulties with the daily activities. With 60-70percent of cases of dementia Alzheimer's isn't an inevitable occurrence of life, even though it is a well-known risk for the condition. It is a progressive disease that affects daily living and is the sixth most prevalent cause of deaths within the United States.

Find out more about Alzheimer's here.

Parkinson's Disease

Parkinson's disease is caused by the progressive loss of dopamine-producing cells, which can affect motor performance. The exact cause is not known and is influenced by both environmental and genetic factors. Most often discovered in 60s and 70s Parkinson's disease manifests in stages, with signs like stiffness, tremors slower movement, and impairment to balance. The severity of the disease is determined by how it can affect people physically as well as emotionally.

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Progressive Supranuclear Palsy

Progressive supranuclear paralysis (PSP) affects walking balance, eye, and walking movement, resulting from cells that are deficient in areas that control movements and thinking. As PSP grows the risk of life-threatening complications such as difficulties swallowing and pneumonia could develop. At Plexus we aim to slow the progression and increase the health of people affected by neurodegenerative diseases by implementing individualized treatment plans.

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Motor Neuron Disease/Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)

Motor neuron disorders weaken the nerves in the spinal cord and brain it is a fatal and incurable type of neurodegeneration. Muscles move when they receive signals sent by motor neurons. Although it is possible to manifest at any age, the majority of instances occur in people 40 and above. Amyotrophic lateral the disease (ALS) is the most prevalent motor neuron disease, impacts both cognitive and physical functions, as illustrated by Dr. Stephen Hawking's long-running fight against the disease.

Learn more about MND/ALS here.

Huntington's Disease

The genetic illness that causes the loss in nerve cells thereby severely affecting functional capabilities. The condition affects cognition, movement as well as thinking abilities, the condition usually occurs in people in their 30s or 40s. If the onset is before age 20 years old, it's referred to as juvenile Huntington's disease. It results in faster progression and various signs. Although medications can alleviate symptoms to some degree but complete recovery of physical, mental and behavioral functions remains unattainable.

Spinocerebellar Ataxia

Spinocerebellar ataxia (SCA) is an ataxia that is hereditary and caused by degenerative changes in the brain's motion control region and occasionally in the spinal. With different types (SCA1 SCA1 to SCA40) symptoms like gait disorders and hand-eye coordination issues and speech disorders can vary. The word "ataxia" refers to the effects of the disorder on movement and coordination.

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Spinal Muscular Atrophy

The condition known as spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) affects the nervous system responsible for controlling the movement of muscles involuntarily because of a genetic reason. When nerve cells in the spinal cord fail to send signals for muscles to function, there is an increase in atrophy which causes muscles to shrink. Like other neurodegenerative disorders, SMA leads to the muscles not receiving enough signals to ensure the proper functioning.

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Understanding neurodegenerative disorders requires understanding the irreparable nature of neuron damage as well as the immense challenges people have to face. From declines in memory in Alzheimer's to Parkinson's-related motor problems the various disorders have their own set of unique challenges. The latest advances in the field of research and treatment give some hope towards the next generation, stressing the vital importance of individualized care and advocacy.

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FAQs

Name 10 neurodegenerative diseases.

The following are 10 neurological disorders:

Alzheimer's disease

Parkinson's disease

Progressive Supranuclear Palsy

Motor Neuron Disease/Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)

Huntington's disease

Spinocerebellar Ataxia

Spinal Muscular Atrophy

Frontotemporal Dementia

Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease

Multiple System Atrophy

Can the neurodegenerative illness be treated?

The treatment of neurodegenerative disorders is focused on reducing symptoms and improving the quality of living. Beyond traditional methods of treatment and regenerative therapies, regenerative medicines like stem cell therapy, and other types of experimental treatments can aid in slowing the progress of the disease.

Can stress cause neurodegeneration?

Yes chronic stress is associated with neurodegeneration. Stress hormones that are elevated and inflammation may cause neuronal damage, which increases the chance of developing neurodegenerative diseases.

Can exercise slow neurodegeneration?

Yes, research has shown that physical activity can help slow the process of neurodegeneration. This is due to the fact that physical activity increases neuroplasticity, improves the brain's function and could help in the growth of new neurons.