Neurology
Caring for patients with conditions of the central and peripheral nervous system.
Our neurophysiology department provides diagnosis for both adults and children. These investigative procedures may involve an EEG telemetry or peripheral nerve and muscle studies.
Patients who need to stay overnight will stay on the Tintagel ward, where our team of specialist nurses care for patients with acute neurological conditions, as well as patients with rehabilitation needs.
A comprehensive outpatient service for general neurology is available at a number of locations in Cornwall from Bodmin to Penzance. We also run specialist clinics for multiple sclerosis, epilepsy and botulinum toxin for movement disorders.
As part of our commitment to innovation and providing the best possible care, the neurology department also has an active research unit, with studies ongoing in multiple sclerosis, epilepsy and motor neurone disease. Find out more about research at Royal Cornwall Hospitals.
EEG Neurophysiology
We perform a range of investigations, including:
EEG recording of the brain’s electrical activity
We monitor and record the brain’s activity continuously for up to three days. The patient can go home with the recorder attached, they don’t need to stay in hospital.
Video EEG
We monitor the patient on the ward with continuous EEG and video.
Peripheral Neurophysiology
We test the nerves’ conduction of electrical impulses from the hands, arms and legs.
Visual and Auditory investigations
We test the passing of electrical stimuli along the visual and auditory nerves in the brain.
You can find more information about EEGs on the NHS Choices website.
Lead Consultant
Neuro-rehabilitation at Marie Therese House
Marie Therese House is a 12-bedded inpatient unit where we look after patients with neurological disabilities. These include a huge range of conditions such as multiple sclerosis, motor neurone disease, Huntington’s disease, cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injury/non-traumatic brain injury, spinal injuries, spina bifida, Guillain-Barré syndrome, muscular dystrophy, post-polio patients and patients after they’ve had neurosurgery. We also have expertise in treating patients requiring assisted ventilation.
The unit is overseen by our Eldercare service, and the Rehabilitation service works closely with a number of other teams including the surgical team, palliative care, pain management, disability services centre, the critical care unit and the multiple sclerosis specialist nursing team. Our team includes doctors, nurses, physiotherapists, neuro-psychologists, occupational therapists, and a liaison nurse.
We also run education courses for multiple sclerosis, rehabilitation seminars, in-service training and host medical and nursing students.
Contacts
Marie Therese House Phone
01736 758875
Matron
Shirley Harris
Neuro-rehabilitation consultant
