What is motor neurone disease (MND)?

Motor neurone disease (MND), is a relatively uncommon progressive neurological condition (PNC), which affects the brain and nerves. The condition develops when messages from the nerves (motor neurones) in the brain and spinal cord stop reaching the muscles, which causes them to become weak, stiff and slowly waste away.

MND is most commonly diagnosed in individuals who are over the age of 50, although it can affect adults at any age and stage in life. MND is an irreversible, progressive, and life-limiting illness, which currently has no cure. However, there are several MND treatments which can help to manage symptoms and reduce the impact that this condition has on your day-to-day life.

Treatment for MND at Priory

Priory provides high quality, rehabilitation-focused treatment programmes for those living with MND, as part of our dedicated Brain Injury Services. We can provide expert support, delivered across our specialist sites throughout the UK.

Priory’s Brain Injury Services encompass all aspects of neurorehabilitation, including:

• Physical
• Behavioural
• Cognitive
• Emotional
• Communication
• Social

Treatment is delivered within a broad variety of environments, ranging from hospital settings to transitional living homes. The breadth of the service allows our network to offer comprehensive care pathways, ensuring that all services have consistency in their approach and adhere to national guidelines. 

Priory is experienced in providing a range of specialist complex care services for people with MND, from early diagnosis until the end stages of the disease, including palliative care. We are dedicated to supporting both the patient and family, with the intention of maximising quality of life and maintaining functional independence for as long as possible.