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Dent Behavioral Health Overview Screening and Diagnosis Overview There are about 1.5 Million strokes in the US each year. About half of these are severe, requiring immediate hospitalization and often aggressive intervention. On the other hand, approximately 750,000 strokes occur with only passing symptoms. These mild strokes or Transient Ischemic Attacks (TIAs) are alarming, but […]

Dent Spine Center Overview Why Choose the DENT Spine Center? A Multidisciplinary Approach to Care Wellness Initiatives Overview Back pain is one of the most common and debilitating conditions in the United States. Back pain can be caused by many ailments, ranging from spinal injuries to degenerative conditions. At DENT our neurology centric approach draws

Dent Spasticity Clinic Overview Symptoms Treatment We can help Overview Spasticity refers to abnormal muscle contraction that is produced by an injury to the brain and spinal cord. People diagnosed with spasticity experience muscle stiffness, painful spasms, weakness, fatigue, and poor coordination, that can make it hard to walk and take part in normal daily

Overview Diagnosis and Treatment Overview Sleep is vital part of a healthy lifestyle, the CDC identifies daily sufficient sleep as one of the five key health behaviors for preventing chronic disease. An estimated 70 million Americans suffer from some form of sleep disorder. Insomnia and other sleep disorders can have a major impact on health,

Pediatric Neurology Center Overview Overview We recognize that children with neurological disorders or injuries have different needs than adults. In some cases, they may suffer from neurological problems unique to children. Our pediatric neurology services are designed especially for patients form newborn to 21 years old. Additionally, our response is immediate – pediatric patients can

Overview Diagnosis and Treatment Brain-Tumor Support Group Overview The complex structure and function of the brain and spinal cord make diagnosis and treatment of tumors a highly specialized discipline. Our neuro-oncolgy group has years of clinical experience treating patients with a wide variety of tumors, using state-of-the-art techniques and advanced technology. In addition, our extensive

Neuropsychology Overview Overview At DENT Neurologic Institute, we provide neuropsychology services for patients experiencing neuro-cognitive (related to memory, thinking and attention) and emotional difficulties that may result from a variety of conditions affecting the brain such as: Concussions Chronic headaches/migraine Seizure disorders or sleep disorders Psychiatric disorders such as depression and anxiety Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s

Neuromuscular Disorders Center Overview Diagnosis and Treatment Skin Biopsy for Evaluation of Small Fiber Neuropathy and Autonomic Neuropathy Neuromuscular/MDA Clinic ALS Support Group Overview DENT specializes in treating the entire spectrum of neuromuscular disorders, including ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or Lou Gehrig’s Disease), peripheral neuropathy, myopathy, myasthenia gravis, and muscular dystrophy. Diagnosis and Treatment Diagnosis

Dent Multiple Sclerosis Center Overview Diagnosis and Treatment Overview Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a chronic, progressive illness of the central nervous system. More than 400,000 people in the U.S. are affected by MS, with 2-3 times as many women as men affected by the disease. In MS, the coating that protects nerves, called myelin, is

Movement Disorders Overview Overview Movement Disorders refer to a group of neurological disorders that can cause an excess of movements or a reduction of movements, which may be voluntary or automatic. Diagnosis and Treatment DENT specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of Movement Disorders with a team of comprehensive specialists dedicated to alleviating the symptoms