Neuromuscular diseases

Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City: Pioneering Neuromuscular Disease Care

Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) in Abu Dhabi is a beacon of excellence in the treatment of neuromuscular diseases, providing comprehensive care to patients from around the world.

Expertise in Neuromuscular Disease Treatment

The Neurology Department at SSMC possesses a team of highly skilled physicians with extensive experience in treating various types of neuromuscular diseases, including:

  • Myasthenia Gravis: A rare autoimmune disease that affects the communication between nerves and muscles, causing muscle weakness and fatigue.
  • Inherited Muscular

    Dystrophies: A group of genetic disorders that affect muscle function, leading to muscle weakness and wasting.

  • Multiple Sclerosis: A chronic disease of the central nervous system that can cause a wide range of symptoms, including muscle weakness, difficulty walking, and vision problems.
Comprehensive Treatment Approach

SSMC offers a comprehensive approach to neuromuscular diseases, which includes:

  • Accurate Diagnosis: Utilising the latest medical technologies, such as magnetic resonance imaging and electromyography, to identify the type and severity of the disease.
  • Medical Treatments: A wide range of medications to help control symptoms and improve muscle function.
  • Surgical Treatments: In some cases, surgery may be necessary to treat certain types of neuromuscular diseases.
  • Physical Therapy: Helps improve muscle strength, coordination, and mobility.
  • Psychological Support: Psychologists provide support to patients and their families to help them cope with the disease and its challenges.
Commitment to Providing the Best Care

SSMC is committed to providing the best possible care for patients with neuromuscular diseases through:

  • Ongoing Research: The city strives to develop new treatments and improve existing ones for neuromuscular diseases.
  • International Collaboration: The city collaborates with leading global medical institutions to exchange expertise and knowledge in the field of neuromuscular disease treatment.
  • Education and Awareness: The city seeks to raise awareness about neuromuscular diseases and ways to prevent and treat them.

SSMC is a safe haven for patients with neuromuscular diseases, where they find the best medical care and the latest available treatments.

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