Adolph Strümpell

Adolph Strümpell
File:Adolph Strümpell.jpg Adolph Strümpell, German neurologist
Born	June 28, 1853 Neu-Autz, Courland Governorate, Russian Empire (now Latvia)
Died	January 10, 1925 Leipzig, Germany
Nationality	German
Known for	Strümpell's disease (ankylosing spondylitis)

Adolph Strümpell (June 28, 1853 – January 10, 1925) was a prominent German neurologist known for his contributions to the understanding of ankylosing spondylitis and other neurological disorders. He is often associated with the eponymous Strümpell's disease, which is another name for ankylosing spondylitis.

Early Life and Education

Adolph Strümpell was born in Neu-Autz, in the Courland Governorate of the Russian Empire, which is now part of Latvia. He pursued his medical education in Germany, studying at the University of Leipzig and the University of Erlangen. Strümpell completed his medical degree in 1875.

Career

Strümpell began his career as an assistant to Wilhelm Erb, a notable neurologist, at the University of Leipzig. He later became a professor of medicine at the University of Erlangen in 1883. In 1886, he moved to the University of Breslau (now Wrocław, Poland), where he continued his research and teaching.

In 1903, Strümpell returned to Leipzig, where he served as a professor of medicine until his retirement. During his career, he made significant contributions to the field of neurology, particularly in the study of spinal cord diseases and rheumatic disorders.

Contributions to Medicine

Strümpell is best known for his work on ankylosing spondylitis, a chronic inflammatory disease that primarily affects the spine and the sacroiliac joints. His research helped to differentiate this condition from other forms of arthritis and rheumatic diseases.

In addition to his work on ankylosing spondylitis, Strümpell also contributed to the understanding of multiple sclerosis and other neurological disorders. He published numerous articles and textbooks on internal medicine and neurology, which were widely used by medical students and practitioners.

Legacy

Adolph Strümpell's work laid the foundation for future research in rheumatology and neurology. His name is still associated with ankylosing spondylitis, and his textbooks influenced generations of medical professionals.

Also see

• Ankylosing spondylitis
• Wilhelm Erb
• University of Leipzig
• Multiple sclerosis