Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
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When progressive muscle weakness or difficulties speaking, swallowing, or moving appear, an early evaluation is advisable, as they may be related to ALS. Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis is a neurological disease that gradually affects the neurons that control voluntary muscles.
How it progresses: it usually begins with weakness or stiffness in one area of the body and spreads little by little, affecting strength, speech, swallowing, and, over time, breathing.
Which professionals are involved? The approach is multidisciplinary: the neurophysiologist supports the study of nerve and muscle function, the general practitioner guides the initial care, and the physical therapist accompanies the management of mobility and daily independence.
Faced with neuromuscular symptoms that persist or advance, the most advisable thing is to promptly seek a professional evaluation that helps understand the condition and plan the support.
Data on 183 doctors who treat amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Which specialist treats amyotrophic lateral sclerosis?
ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) requires the support of a physical therapist, who helps maintain mobility and muscle function for as long as possible. You can book an appointment with a physical therapist near you.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. José Miguel López Zepeda
Dr. Patrick Pendavis Heksner
Dr. Juan Carlos Zepeda Vilagrana
Dr. Francisco Javier Hernandez Daniel
Dr. José Roberto Ortiz Hernández
Dr. Americo Ontiveros Cantu
Dr. Roxana Contreras García
Dr. Emmanuel Luis García Chávez
Dr. Moises Martinez Wong
Dr. Alfredo Delgado
Dr. Perla Santiago Garduza
Dr. Jesús Gustavo Pérez Martínez
Dr. José Augusto Ortíz Mortera
Dr. Amadeo Cervantes López
Dr. Maria de la Paz Nuñez Cuadra
Dr. Armando Bravo Hernandez
Dr. Kuautemok Reyes Santos
Dr. Paulina Meraz
Frequently asked questions
What is amyotrophic lateral sclerosis?
When progressive muscle weakness or difficulties speaking, swallowing, or moving appear, an early evaluation is advisable, as they may be related to ALS. Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis is a neurological disease that gradually affects the neurons that control voluntary muscles.
Which doctor treats amyotrophic lateral sclerosis?
ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) requires the support of a physical therapist, who helps maintain mobility and muscle function for as long as possible. You can book an appointment with a physical therapist near you.