Adult Neurolysis

Patient is a 53 y/o female with progressive pain and weakness of the left arm following a

Adult Brachial Plexus Injury

An adult brachial plexus injury is usually the result of trauma to the neck and shoulder areas and

“Mod Quad” and Other Secondary Surgeries

A common secondary brachial plexus surgery coined the “mod quad” consists of a series of procedures

Natural Progression

After being diagnosed with a brachial plexus injury, patients, whether they have had surgery or not, are carefully

Treatment Options

Initial treatment options for patients include physical therapy where stretching and other activities begin to stimulate

Injury and Diagnosis

Injury to the plexus nerves may occur with varying degrees of severity. The location of

Brachial Plexus Anatomy

The term “Brachial plexus” means grouping of nerves to the arm. Brachial meaning of or related

Treatments

The goal of physical therapy in treating patients with brachial plexus injuries is to maximize functional recovery, increase

Classification

Upon completion of the history and physical evaluation an anatomical understanding of the level of injury is established.

Physical Therapy

Initial Assessment for Physical Therapy

Upon initial evaluation of each patient it is important to begin the process noting