Neuromuscular Disorders Clinic | Pacific Neuroscience Institute

Overview

Compassionate Care by Leading Neuromuscular Disorder Specialists

The Neuromuscular Disorders Clinic at the Pacific Neuroscience Institute®’s Brain Health Center offers expert, comprehensive compassionate care for nerve and muscle conditions such as myasthenia gravis, peripheral neuropathy, and myopathies.

Led by William Buxton, MD—a specialist in neurodiagnostic medicine with deep expertise in nerve, muscle, and balance disorders—our streamlined program delivers personalized evaluations and advanced diagnostic testing. Through close collaboration with other brain health experts, we address both neuromuscular and cognitive concerns, providing effective treatments tailored to each patient’s needs, goals, and lifestyle.

Conditions & Treatments

Neuromuscular Disorders Treated by Our Specialists

We diagnose and offer care for a range of neuromuscular disorders that cause combinations of numbness and/or weakness, and which in turn often affect balance.

Peripheral Neuropathy

Myasthenia Gravis

Myopathy

Treatments

Based on diagnostic findings, patients receive customized treatment strategies that may include medications, physical therapy, or lifestyle modifications to improve strength, mobility, and quality of life.

Peripheral Neuropathy
Treatment focuses on managing symptoms and addressing underlying causes. Approaches may include medication for nerve pain, physical therapy to improve strength and balance, and lifestyle modifications to protect affected nerves.
Myasthenia Gravis
Therapies aim to improve communication between nerves and muscles and reduce symptoms. Common treatments include medications that enhance nerve signaling, immunosuppressive drugs, and, in some cases, procedures like plasma exchange or thymectomy.
Myopathy
Treatment varies depending on the specific type but often involves physical therapy to maintain muscle strength and function, medications to manage symptoms or inflammation, and supportive care to improve quality of life.

Services

Neuromuscular Disorder Diagnostics & Services

We offer a range of diagnostic and therapeutic services tailored to each patient’s unique condition and goals:

Electromyography (EMG) and Nerve Conduction Studies

These specialized tests are often performed during the initial visit to assess the health of muscles and the nerves controlling them. This allows for accurate diagnosis and a more targeted treatment plan.

Multidisciplinary Coordination

We work closely with exercise scientists, physical trainers, and rehabilitation therapists to create individualized programs that support balance, strength, and functional movement.

Brain Wellness & Lifestyle Program at PNI

Our team is actively developing evidence-based exercise and cognitive training classes designed to support both physical function and brain health, including strategies for patients with overlapping neuromuscular and cognitive concerns.

Neuromuscular Specialist