Symptoms of Brachial Plexus Injury - How it Can Be Treated?

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• Exposure to toxins, chemicals and drugs is also a reason for this type of injury. Inflammatory conditions such as virus or immune system problem also cause nerve damage or brachial plexus injury. It causes weakness of the hand, shoulder, arm or wrist.

Symptoms Suggestive of Brachial Plexus Injury • Problems with the sensation of muscle control in the hand, arm and shoulder area • Redness, warmth or swelling • Soreness and finger pain

Symptoms That Might Indicate a Serious Problem • If there is sudden change in the level of consciousness such as passing out or unresponsiveness • Sudden severe headache • Sudden change or loss of vision • Slurred speech or inability to speak

Effective Brachial Plexus Injury Repair Brachial plexus surgery or

brachial plexus injury treatment is aimed

at correcting the underlying cause and allowing you to use your hand or arm as much as possible. Prescription pain medication may be needed to control the pain. Physical therapy may be recommended for some people to maintain the muscle strength. Brachial plexus treatment may benefit patients if the main


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