Summary Box 1 The vast majority of persistent brachial plexus lesions in infants is a combination of axonotmesis or neurotmesis in varying proportions. 2 Electrodiagnostic studies are able to determine…
Summary box 1 Neonatal brachial plexus palsy (NBPP) can be defined as a flaccid paresis of an upper extremity due to traumatic stretching of the brachial plexus, with the passive…
Summary box 1 Establish all the terms and conditions of proposed expert witness work before agreeing to take on the case. 2 An expert witness should be an advocate only…
Summary box 1 Neonatal brachial plexus palsy (NBPP) is identified in the immediate neonatal period and is due to trauma to the fetal brachial plexus at some point prior to…
Summary box 1 Worldwide prevalence of brachial plexus/peripheral nerve injuries continues to increase as the rates of motor vehicle collisions and “extreme sporting” accidents increase. 2 Brachial plexus injuries can…
CRITICAL POINTS ▪ Orthotic positioning of the hand is both an art and a science. ▪ A variety of upper extremity conditions may benefit from a soft orthosis. ▪ Soft…
CRITICAL POINTS ▪ The etiology of focal hand dystonia is still considered idiopathic, but there is agreement that the condition is multifactorial. ▪ Focal hand dystonia includes involuntary end-range twisting…
CRITICAL POINTS ▪ Performance-related issues are discussed, followed by assessment and treatment techniques for tendinopathies, hypermobility, and focal hand dystonia. ▪ Other conditions covered include nerve entrapment syndromes and ganglions….
CRITICAL POINTS ▪ The FCE format must be tailored based on the referral question and the evaluee. No single format fits all clients. ▪ The evaluator must conduct the FCE…
CRITICAL POINTS Indications ▪ Ergonomic assessment indicates a concern because work includes repetitive exertions, forceful exertions, awkward postures, localized contact stress, and/or exposure to vibration or low temperatures. ▪ Workers…
