The rising prevalence of neurological diseases resulting from the extension of life expectancy and the aging of populations globally increase the demands for prolonged medical rehabilitation, putting huge pressure on health systems worldwide.
- Neurological disorders are the number one cause of disability in the world
- More than 1 billion people throughout the world are affected by some types of neurological diseases, from Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease, strokes, multiple sclerosis, and epilepsy to brain injuries and neuroinfections.
- Nearly 7 million people die every year as the result of a neurological disorder.
- Roughly 10% of all emergency room visits are for some type of neurological complication.