Neuromuscular Clinic

Comprehensive neuromuscular care

Neuromuscular diseases affect the nerves that control voluntary muscle movement (such as walking or talking) and nerves that send sensory messages to your brain. Our team of specialists and providers collaborates to understand the condition you have, relieve your symptoms and support you. Since many neuromuscular diseases begin in childhood and require ongoing care, we help young adults transition smoothly to adult care when the time is right.

Our team includes:

• Neurologists

• Pulmonologists

• Rheumatologists

• Gastroenterologists

• Genetic counselors

• Dietitians

• Occupational, physical, respiratory and speech therapists

• Social workers

We also have orthotic specialists who provide braces and other supportive devices. Our orthotist designs and fits the devices for personalized support.

Specialized care

Experts at our UCSF Health specialty clinics care for:

• ALS and neurodegenerative conditions. The UCSF ALS and Neurodegenerative Disease Center provides comprehensive care for people with progressive nervous system conditions. Our program is a certified center of excellence by the ALS Association.

• Myasthenia gravis. The UCSF Myasthenia Gravis Clinic provides comprehensive care for people with neuromuscular junction disorders, including myasthenia gravis.

• Myositis. Our UCSF Myositis Clinic team specializes in autoimmune conditions affecting the muscles. Our neurologists collaborate closely with other specialists, providing comprehensive evaluations and tailored treatment plans.

• Peripheral nerve conditions. The UCSF Peripheral Nerve Center team works with UCSF Health neurosurgeons to care for people with diseases of the peripheral nerve and nerve injuries.

• Brachial neuritis. Our dedicated Brachial Neuritis Center provides a range of treatments for acute and chronic brachial neuritis. Therapies include immune-modulating medications, pain management, motor and functional rehabilitation, and respiratory support and rehabilitation.

• Muscular dystrophy. Our Muscular Dystrophy Clinic provides care for inherited muscle and nerve diseases. We have a transition clinic, helping young adults seamlessly shift from pediatric to adult care.