Neuromuscular Program

Neuromuscular diseases are characterized by muscle weakness or sensory disturbance in one form or another. The causes can include inherited (genetic) to acquired (often immune-related) problems, but many of these disorders are still poorly understood.

Common neuromuscular disorders treated at Cooper include:

  • Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and other motor neuron diseases
  • Diabetic polyneuropathy
  • Hereditary neuropathy
  • Inflammatory and degenerative myopathies
  • Inflammatory neuropathies
  • Metabolic myopathy, including mitochondrial disorders
  • Myasthenia gravis (MG) and other disorders of the neuromuscular junction
  • Muscular dystrophy (MD)
  • Toxic neuropathy

Why Choose Cooper for Neuromuscular Care?

If you or a loved one has a neuromuscular disorder, you can trust the team at Cooper to offer the most advanced treatment options possible. Our team offers state-of-the-art diagnostic and therapeutic modalities, such as needle muscle biopsy and plasmapheresis, to complement our comprehensive medical and psychosocial management.

Multidisciplinary Approach to Care

Our experts take a team approach to care. We work with you and your primary care physician to create an individualized treatment plan based on your needs. Our team comprises the following members:

  • Neurologists
  • Pediatric neurologists
  • Physical medicine and rehabilitation specialists
  • Genetics counselors
  • Orthopaedic surgeons
  • Neurosurgeons
  • Cardiologists
  • Social workers
  • Physical and speech therapists
  • Occupational therapists
  • Podiatrists
  • Dentists

Make an Appointment With a Neuromuscular Expert at Cooper.

To learn more about neuromuscular services available at Cooper or to request an appointment, please call 800.8.COOPER (800.826.6737) or use our online appointment request form.