| neuroleptanalgesia |
Neuroleptanalgesia is defined as a state of quiescence, altered awareness, and analgesia produced by the administration of a combination of a neuroleptic agent and a narcotic (opioid) analgesic.
Ãâó: www.ccac.ca/en/CCAC_Programs/ETCC/GlossaryEng.htm
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| neurolysis |
Destruction of peripheral nerves by radio frequency, heat, cutting or by chemical injection. Used to treat spasticity.
Ãâó: www.birf.info/home/bi-tools/qlinks_n.html
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| neurologic |
Referring to the brain and central nervous system. The "central" nervous system is comprised of the brain and spinal cord. The "peripheral" nervous system is the nerve tissue that transmits sensation and motor information back and forth between the body and the central nervous system.
Ãâó: www.womenshealthmatters.ca/centres/environmental/c...
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| neurology |
Study of the function and diseases of the nervous system and related organs
Ãâó: www.dcri.duke.edu/patient/glossary.jsp
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| neurologist |
A physician specializing in diseases and disorders of the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and muscles, including stroke, Parkinson's disease, epilepsy, Alzheimer's disease, and muscular dystrophy
Ãâó: www.michaeljfox.org/parkinsons/glossary.php
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