Paediatric Neurology

Paediatric Neurology is concerned with childhood diseases and disorders of the

brain

,

spinal cord

and the

peripheral nervous system

. Problems in the nervous system can present as

headaches

,

seizures

or

developmental delays

. Commonly paediatric neurologists work in closely with

paediatricians

,

neurosurgeons

,

neurophysiologists

and primary care doctors to care for the patient. Treatment varies, but may include

physiotherapy

,

pain management

, medication and surgery.