Conditions Treated
Worldwide, millions of people are affected by neurological disorders which affect the brain, spinal cord, or peripheral nerves, resulting in a multitude of health related problems. GHNC offers the most advanced treatments and therapies offered in North Houston. We have summarized descriptions of the symptoms, treatments, and therapy options that are available for you so you can better understand these conditions.
Acoustic Neuromas
Also known as vestibular schwannomas, acoustic neuromas are quite common and the majority are benign. These slow growing tumors develop o…
Brachial Plexus Neuropathy
Brachial plexus neuropathy (BPN) is a type of peripheral neuropathy which refers to damage of a single nerve or group of nerves. BPN occ…
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Although CTS is reasonably common, there are often overlapping symptoms from other neurological conditions that can contribute. Holding y…
Cerebellopontine Angle Tumor
The CPA is a uniquely identified area in the posterior fossa. Surrounding structures include cranial nerves, arteries, veins, brainstem, …
Chiari Malformations
Chiari Malformations have been classified as Types (I and II. Chiari Malformations are not a common clinical neurological issue in adults…
Craniopharyngiomas
These slow growing benign tumors peak in adulthood between 40 and 44 years and usually start off as benign cystic lesions. While most lik…
Degenerative Spondylolisthesis
Simply put, a degenerative spondylolisthesis is the slipping of one vertebrae and can be asymptomatic, never requiring treatment. However…
Dermoid Tumors
Dermoid tumors, often present at birth, contain structures like hair, fluid, teeth and skin glands. These cysts are slow growing but depe…
Epidermoid Tumors
Epidermoid tumors, also known as cholesteatomas or pearly tumors, are intracranial growths that appear as cysts in neuroimaging. These tu…
Epilepsy
One of the most common neurological disorders is Epilepsy, which affects people of all ages. Otherwise known as “seizure disorder”, this …
Failed Back Syndrome
Also known as the post-laminectomy syndrome, Failed Back Syndrome is described as chronic and extreme pain that occurs after spinal surge…
Head Injury (Traumatic Brain Injury)
Brain tissue can be damaged from a variety of things, but it’s those from an external force that result in Traumatic Brain Injury. TBI re…
Herniated Discs
A herniation can occur for no particular reason, but often is seen after heavy lifting activities or trauma. A cervical disc herniation o…
Hydrocephalus
Often called ‘water on the brain’, this abnormal accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid may cause the brain to swell, and in some situations…
Intramedullary Tumors
Intramedullary tumors occur within the spinal cord and are rare neoplasms that can lead to severe neurological deterioration, decreased f…
Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
This is more commonly referred to as the slipping of one vertebra almost always forward. Degeneration of the joints of the spine, a bone …
Metastatic Brain Tumors
Approximately 20 to 40 percent of patients with tumors outside the central nervous system (i.e. lungs, breast, colon) will develop metast…
Osteoperosis
This disease causes the bones in our body to become fragile and more prone to breaking and fracturing even with mild stress like coughing…
Pineal Region Tumors
Pineal region tumors are very rare in adults, representing only 1% of all intracranial tumors. The pineal gland produces many hormones su…
Pituitary Tumor
The pituitary gland, although small in size, is responsible for many functions that keep us healthy and alive. Abnormal growths (pituitar…
Spinal Intradural, Extramedellary Tumors
Intradural, extramedullary tumors are for the most part either meningioma, schwannomas, and possibly ependymomas. While most intradural e…
Spinal Lateral Recess Syndrome
A very common type of stenosis is lateral recess syndrome, which is a narrowing of the side of the spinal canal. Quite often a condition …
Spinal Stenosis
Most commonly occurring in the lower back, spinal stenosis can put pressure on your spinal cord and the nerves that travel through your c…
Spinal Trauma
Cervical spine issues can be generally divided into acute and progressive chronic conditions. Injuries to the cervical spine can result f…
Stroke
A stroke, whether ischemic or hemorrhagic, is a medical emergency. A stroke, whether ischemic or hemorrhagic, is a medical emergency. Whe…
Syringohydromylia
(Syringomyelia/Syrinx) Syringohydromyelia is often associated with trauma, infection tumors, or arnold-chiari malformation. Presentation …
Thoracolumbar Spine Fracture
Fractures of the spine usually are due to car accidents or falls but can also be associated with osteoporosis, tumors, or infection. Thes…
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Often referred to as ‘Face Pain’, This disorder affects the trigeminal nerve, one of the largest cranial nerves in the head. This nerve …
Ulnar Nerve Neuropathy
The ulnar nerve gives hands their strength and movement. Ulnar nerves form are components of the wrist and also curve around the elbow, o…
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