Neurological Diagnostic Services in New Jersey
What Causes Neurological Disorders?
The specific cause can vary for neurological disorders but some common causes include injuries to the brain or spinal cord, brain or spinal tumors, congenital disorders such as Cerebral Palsy, degenerative conditions, infections and stroke.Who is a Candidate for Neuroscience Diagnostic Services?
People of all ages are at risk for neurological problems. At the Hackensack Meridian Health Neuroscience Institute we specialize in diagnosing and treating:- ALS
- Balance disorders/Dizziness
- Brain and spine tumors
- Cancer pain
- Cerebral palsy
- Cognitive disorders/Dementia
- Computerized Rotary Chair Testing, Computerized Dynamic Posturography
- Complex spine disorders and injuries
- Epilepsy
- Essential tremor
- Movement disorders
- Multiple Sclerosis and related disorders
- Neuromuscular/Muscle disorders
- Parkinson's Disease
- Pediatric neurological disorders
- Sleep disorders
- Stroke/Vascular disorders
- Tourette Syndrome
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
Neurological Diagnostic Services
The Hackensack Meridian Health Neuroscience Institute offers advanced diagnostic resources to assist physicians in the accurate and timely assessment of neurologic disorders.
Neurological Diagnostic Tests Include
- Angiogram
- Computed Tomography Angiogram (CTA)
- Computed Tomography Perfusion (CTP)
- Computed Tomography Scanning (CT Scan)
- Diffusion Tensor Imaging (DTI)
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potentials
- Functional MRI
- Genetic Testing
- Intraoperative Monitoring
- Magnetic Resonance Angiogram (MRA)
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
- Magnetic Resonance Venogram (MRV)
- MR Perfusion
- Neuropathology
- Proton Emission Tomography (PET)
- Single Proton Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT)
- Sleep Testing, Polysomnography (PSG)
- Tilt Table
- Tissue, Muscle and Brain Biopsy
- Transcranial Doppler (TCD)
- Vestibular Testing including: Computerized Electronystagmography (ENG)
- Video Epilepsy Monitoring (VEEG)
Once diagnosed, your physician will work with you to create an individualized treatment plan.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What causes neurological disorders?
Neurological disorders can have many causes. Some common ones include injuries to the brain or spinal cord, brain or spinal tumors, congenital conditions like cerebral palsy, degenerative diseases, infections, and stroke.
What types of neurological conditions are treated at Hackensack Meridian Health?
We are able to diagnose and treat many neurological conditions, including:
- ALS
- Epilepsy
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Parkinson’s Disease
- Stroke and vascular disorders
- Sleep disorders
- Balance disorders and dizziness
- Brain and spine tumors
- Movement disorders and tremors
- Pediatric neurological disorders
What neurological diagnostic tests do you offer?
We offer a variety of advanced neurological tests, including:
- CT and MRI scans
- Angiograms (CT, MR, and traditional)
- EEG and Evoked Potentials
- Functional MRI and Diffusion Tensor Imaging (DTI)
- PET and SPECT scans
- Sleep testing (polysomnography)
- Vestibular and balance testing
- Tissue, muscle, and brain biopsies
What happens after a neurological diagnosis?
Once testing is complete and a diagnosis is made, your physician will create an individualized treatment plan that’s tailored to your specific condition and needs.
