Clinical Neurophysiology

Neurophysiology is a branch of study that draws from two fields, namely, physiology and neurology. Physiology refers to the study of how human body works and neurology relates to the study of the nervous system. Therefore, the field of neurophysiology deals with the working of the nervous system and its components such as neurons and glia. The nervous system can be divided into two parts, namely, the central nervous system (CNS) and the peripheral nervous system (PNS). The CNS is made up of the brain and spinal cord, whereas the PNS comprises the nerves that extend from the CNS and branch out towards the muscles, glands, and sense organs. Clinical neurophysiology analyses the central and peripheral nervous systems by observing the spontaneous as well as induced electrical activity of neurons. It includes pathophysiology research and clinical strategies for diagnosing disorders affecting both the central and peripheral nervous systems. The significant treatment methods used in clinical neurophysiology include electromyography, nerve conduction studies (NCS), electroencephalography, and evoked potentials. This book elucidates the concepts and innovative models around prospective developments in clinical neurophysiology. It presents various researches and studies undertaken by experts across the globe. The readers would gain substantial knowledge that would broaden their perspective with respect to clinical neurophysiology.