Management of functional neurological disorder

Area of Science:

• Neurology
• Neuroscience

Background:

• Functional neurological disorder (FND) presents diverse, disabling neurological symptoms.
• FND often co-occurs with chronic pain, fatigue, and cognitive impairments.
• Neurologists play a crucial role in FND assessment and management.

Purpose of the Study:

• To outline effective management strategies for FND.
• To emphasize the neurologist's role in FND care.
• To propose an interdisciplinary service model for FND.

Main Methods:

• Review of current evidence on FND assessment and treatment.
• Focus on diagnostic communication and general management principles.
• Exploration of specific symptom-targeted treatments for FND.

Main Results:

• Neurologists are integral to FND diagnosis and treatment.
• A structured, interdisciplinary approach is beneficial for FND management.
• Specific strategies exist for managing diverse FND symptoms.

Conclusions:

• Effective FND management requires a neurologist-led, interdisciplinary approach.
• Clear diagnostic communication is key for FND patients.
• Tailored treatment strategies improve outcomes for FND symptoms.