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 196 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. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Tanya Giselle Ramirez Cervantes
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Víctor Molgado
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Carlos Esteban Fonz Alonso
Dr. Jorge Luis Denis Bravo
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Yareth Marleen Cortés Uribe
Dr. Alejandra Elizabeth Villagrán Guerrero
Dr. Naomi Bouchain Barajas
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Nadia Monserrat Plata Ventura
Dr. Brenda Jimena Sánchez Martínez
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Brenda Eliosa Fernández
Dr. Fania García
Dr. Brenda Rodríguez Bustos
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.