Seizures & Epilepsy
Assessment for suspected seizures, staring spells, blackouts and unusual episodes.
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Headaches & Migraine
Review of recurring headaches, migraine patterns and neurological warning features.
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Specialist assessment for developmental delay, regression and coordination concerns.
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Neurological review for autism-associated developmental, behavioural and neurological concerns.
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Assessment where learning or attention difficulties occur with neurological or developmental concerns.
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Assessment and coordinated management for cerebral palsy, spasticity and tone differences.
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Assessment of weakness, fatigue, motor delay, nerve and muscle concerns.
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Assessment of tremor, involuntary movement, abnormal postures and movement changes.
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Evaluation of sleep-related neurological events and conditions affecting children.
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Neurological assessment where an inherited or genetic condition may be relevant.
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Assessment of neurological symptoms associated with illness affecting other body systems.
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When to seek medical advice
Neurological warning signs parents should not ignore
Arrange medical assessment if a child develops one or more of these concerns. The right level of urgency depends on the individual situation.
- Recurrent seizures or unexplained episodes of loss of consciousness
- Developmental delay compared with other children of the same age
- Loss of previously acquired skills (developmental regression)
- Persistent headaches, especially with vomiting or visual changes
- Weakness, abnormal walking or frequent falls
- Persistent muscle stiffness or abnormal postures
- Unusual movements, tremors or involuntary movements
- Significant learning difficulties with neurological symptoms
- Persistent behavioural or attention difficulties associated with developmental delay
- Unusual staring spells or possible seizure episodes