When most people think of epilepsy, they envision individuals who are thrown into a state of random seizure with uncontrolled body movement and no warning or seeming cause. The truth is, not all cases of epilepsy involve uncontrolled convulsions. In some cases, epilepsy is non-convulsive. That does not mean, however, that the condition is any less detrimental to the quality of an individual's life. To the contrary, some cases of non-convulsive epilepsy can be quite severe and can interfere with a person's ability to work.

Back injuries can be anything from mild to severe in nature. Some individuals suffer a back injury with little to no effects, while others will suffer endlessly due to the symptoms they experience. Individuals who are diagnosed with syringomyelia are oftentimes unable to work as a result of the injury that led to the disorder.

Nephrotic syndrome can be a very frustrating condition to live with. While not all of the people who develop this condition will suffer severe symptoms, those who do are usually unable to work due to the affect that the condition has on their ability to perform normal day-to-day activities. Because of this, these individuals are left with no income, no medical insurance and, in many cases, the daunting task of determining whether or not they should apply for Social Security Disability benefits.

Sometimes an individual may experience debilitating physical symptoms of which there is no known physical underlying cause. It is important to remember, however, that just because the cause of the symptoms is not known, the pain that the individual suffers and the limitations that pain places on their lives is no less real than any other medical condition. This is the case with patients who have been diagnosed with somatoform disorders.

Peripheral arterial disease is a serious illness that, if not taken care of properly, could lead to fatal consequences. It many cases, the symptoms of the condition can interfere with an individual's quality of life and their ability to perform daily activities. It is not surprising then, that those who suffer from peripheral arterial disease are oftentimes unable to maintain full-time work activity. This inability to work can lead to significant financial burdens. Fortunately, in many cases, Social Security Disability benefits can help.

If you suffer from chronic venous insufficiency and it has made you unable to work, you may qualify for Social Security Disability benefits. The Social Security Administration (SSA) offers a program called Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), which pays monthly benefits to those who are unable to work as long as they have worked to earn enough credits and to pay in enough taxes to the SSA. If you are eligible for benefits, you may have certain dependents who are also eligible to receive benefits as well.