Brain & nerve diagnostics is a progressive diagnostic and advice service provider. We use cutting edge technology applying up to date knowledge in the simplest way to benefit our clients.
We are a progressive diagnostic and advice service provider. We use cutting edge technology applying up to date knowledge in the simplest way to benefit our clients.
Brain and Nerve Centre offers a comprehensive range of diagnostic options including:
We provides consultation and advice for patients with epilepsy and seizure disorders, sleep disorders and nerve disorders and symptoms such as unexplained loss of consciousness or confusional episodes.
We will discuss, review with you your previous records and test results regarding the clinical problem. We will endeavour to provide the you with pertinent information to empower you enabling you to make sound informed decision about your clinical condition moving forward.
Our ideal of good health is hinged on five pillars in the acronym SWELL (Sleep enough, work wisely, Eat well, Laugh a lot, positively & Love more).
For a start, book for a baseline screening health check to include: - Life Style Health Questionnaire, Body Mass Index(BMI), Blood glucose(BG), Blood Pressure (BP),
Pulse rate(PR), Oximetry and, Electrocardiogram(ECG).
As the saying goes, “a stich in time saves nine”
Brain and Nerve is one of only a few units nationally to use the variety of EEG services procedure synchronized with video for electro-clinical correlation. This state-of-art technology aids in the evaluation of epilepsy and other seizure disorders.
Brain and nerve centre is committed to providing comprehensive, high-quality and affordable sleep assessment services.With sensitivity and compassion, we work with our patients to promote good health and wellness in a professional and caring environment.
Sleep studies are non-invasive, medical examination that monitors activities in sleep. There are many types of sleep studies. The specific type of sleep study depends on the nature of the sleep problems being evaluated.
A nerve conduction study (NCS), also called an electroneurography (ENG) test is a measurement of the speed of conduction of an electrical impulse through a nerve.NCS can determine nerve damage and destruction.These tests are performed by Healthcare practitioners who subspecialize in electrodiagnostic medicine. There are no risks associated with nerve conduction studies. The voltage of electrical pulses can cause minor short-term discomfort but is not high enough to cause any injury or permanent damage. A nerve conduction velocity procedure may be performed on an outpatient basis or in a hospital by the bedside. Procedures may vary depending on your condition or the nerves affected
Brain and Nerve Diagnostics services is supported by specialists who have skilled knowledge on brain and nerve.
Brain and Nerve Diagnostics services is one of the leading clinic that provides high tech brain and nerve lab services.
We take care of our patients by ensuring their medical needs are met .
The purpose of having an EEG (Electroencephalogram) done is to give the treating doctor information about the brain activity and the behaviour that accompanies it. The attending professional will measure the head and apply a number of wires to the surface of the scalp based on these measurements. The wires will then be used to record both the electrical activity of the brain and videotape behaviour using special equipment. Most patients will be asked to perform what are known as “activation procedures”; these include having a light flashed in their eyes (photic stimulation), and over breathing (hyperventilation).The performing professional will answer questions that one might have to the best of their ability. They will also do all they can to keep the patient comfortable and will balance that with the need to keep you safe and obtain a high-quality test
The hair should be clean and dry, so the recording wires can be sufficiently attached to guarantee accurate readings. Anything that would be placed in the hair such as plastic beads, hair gels, hair sprays, tight braids, extensions, etc., should be avoided, again to guarantee the wires can be adequately attached in a timely fashion. .
Unless otherwise instructed patient should take prescribed medications normally. Generally, one should follow normal meal/snack schedule
During the EEG monitoring procedure, we require that a parent, guardian or responsible adult be present for minors and physically or intellectually challenged patients.
Human beings spend a third of their life in sleep. Unhealthy sleep and sleep deprivation are linked to heart disease, depression, obesity and lower life expectancy. Generally, people with sleep problems will present with:-
Usually these disturbances occur mostly in combination in the same patient. Sleep disturbances have been classified into seven categories and within these categories over sixty-three sleep disorders have been identified by the International Classification of Sleep Disorders 2014(ICSD-3).
Sleep studies are non-invasive, medical examination that monitors activities in sleep. There are many types of sleep studies. Thy specific type of sleep study depends on the nature of the sleep problems being evaluated. They range from a simple sleep study that monitors only one body function e.g. oximetry to comprehensive study such as polysomnography(PSG) that monitors multiple body functions such as brain waves, eye movements, muscle activity and breathing simultaneously. Some of the tests carried out include overnight oximetry, comprehensive Video-Polysomnography (vPSG), Multiple Sleep Latency Testing (MSLT), Maintenance of Wakefulness Testing (MWT), Actigraphy, Suggested Immobilization Test (SIT) etc.
Everyone experiences sleep difficulties from time to time. However, when one has persistent trouble falling asleep or staying awake or sleep that characterised by disturbance or unable to function during the day due to sleepiness, it is probably a sleep disorder. It is important that someone presenting with a sleep complaint is properly evaluated to determine the nature and severity of the sleep problem. Such person may be referred for a sleep study.
They help in identifying and classifying sleep disorders. They can also be used to monitor treatment. Some of the sleep disorders evaluated include sleep apnoea, Narcolepsy, sleep walking, sleep talking, night terrors, restless leg syndrome, periodic limb movements in sleep, Rem behaviour sleep disorders, nocturnal frontal lobe seizures etc
Depending on the type of sleep study, the test can be carried out at home, in a hotel room, on the hospital room or specialised sleep laboratory.
Some procedure like Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT) require specific instructions. Others require no specific preparation. Appropriate advice is given depending on the type of sleep study required
A nerve conduction study (NCS), also called an electroneurography (ENG) test is a medical diagnostic test commonly used to evaluate the function, especially the ability of electrical conduction, of the motor and sensory nerves of the human body. The test measures the speed of conduction of an electrical impulse through a nerve. NCS can determine nerve damage and destruction.
Patients who have symptoms of, numbness, weakness or tingling in the arm or leg are possible candidates for a nerve conduction study.
Nerve conduction studies are usually done to help diagnose nerve disorders. They aid in evaluating the physiology and functioning of the peripheral nerves and detect peripheral neuropathies i.e. damage to the peripheral nervous system
Nerve conduction studies can help diagnose pinched, damaged or under-functioning nerves in the upper limbs including:-
Nerve conduction studies can also help in evaluating numbness, weakness or pain in the legs for problems involving nerves such as: -
In certain patients there is a more widespread pattern of dysfunction of nerve impairment. This can be seen in people with diabetes, excessive alcohol consumption and many other medical conditions.
These tests are performed by Healthcare practitioners who subspecialize in electrodiagnostic medicine. There are no risks associated with nerve conduction studies. The voltage of electrical pulses can cause minor short-term discomfort but is not high enough to cause any injury or permanent damage. A nerve conduction velocity procedure may be performed on an outpatient basis or in a hospital by the bedside. Procedures may vary depending on your condition or the nerves affected. Generally, a NCS procedure follows this process:
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Request an appointmentAfter graduating from the Neurodiagnostic Technology program at Labouré College and becoming a Registered EEG Technologist,Peter Muthinji returned to his home country of Kenya, working with the neurophysiology unit of Kenyatta National Hospital. By 1986, he had become the officer in charge of the unit, and by 1988 had initiated the first local training program for electroneurodiagnostic technologists at Kenya Medical Training College. Following his work in Kenya, Dr. Muthinji moved to London to continue with both work and education.
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