Neuromuscular disorders affect your neuromuscular system. They can cause problems in:

• The nerves that control your muscles

• His muscles

• Communication between your nerves and your muscles

These diseases can cause weakness and atrophy in your muscles. You may also experience other symptoms, such as spasms, twitching, and muscle pain.

Some examples of neuromuscular disorders include:

• Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis

• Muscular dystrophy

• Myasthenia gravis

• Spinal muscular atrophy

These diseases can have different causes. Many are genetic, meaning they are hereditary (run in families) or are caused by gene mutations. Some are autoimmune diseases. Sometimes, the cause is unknown.

Many neuromuscular diseases have no cure. But treatments can improve symptoms, increase mobility, and increase lifespan.

Source: https://medlineplus.gov/