Neuromuscular Conditions We Treat

Neuromuscular conditions include disorders in neuromuscular transmission, muscle diseases, and peripheral nerve problems. Our specialists at the Mount Sinai Health System are experts in using the most advanced techniques and technologies to provide you with an accurate diagnosis and optimal treatment. We have extensive experience performing electro-diagnostic testing and biopsy services, including nerve conduction studies and needle electromyography, musculoskeletal radiology, and nerve and muscle biopsy. We also have laboratory facilities for clinical testing located on site.

Our physicians are skilled in treating a range of neuromuscular diseases, including amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) or Lou Gehrig’s disease, spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), primary lateral sclerosis (PLS), myasthenia gravis, myopathy, peripheral neuropathy, and spasticity.