What are Brachial Plexus Injuries?
Brachial plexus injuries – caused by excessive stretching, tearing, or trauma to a network of nerves from the spine to the shoulder, arm, and hand.
Symptoms
FAQs Brachial Plexus Injuries
- Motor vehicles
- Sports injuries
- Surgeries
- Sometimes, during birth if baby’s shoulders become impacted
- Some Brachial Plexus Injuries may heal and the person will recover without any treatment
- With respect to children, many of them recovery by 3-4 months of age
- Physical and occupational therapies are offered to expand range of motion and speed rehabilitation