What is the brachial plexus responsible for?

The brachial plexus is a major network of nerves transmitting signals responsible for motor and sensory innervation of the upper extremities, including the shoulder, arm, and hand. It originates from the ventral rami of C5 through T1 spinal nerves.

What is a nerve plexus?

In a plexus, nerve fibers from different spinal nerves are sorted and recombined, so that all fibers going to a specific body part are put together in one nerve. Four nerve plexuses are located in the trunk of the body: The cervical plexus provides nerve connections to the head, neck, and shoulder.

How do you treat brachial plexus pain?

Brachial plexus injuries can limit your range of motion and cause pain in your neck, shoulder, arm, wrist, or hand. Your doctor may recommend an over-the-counter pain medication for relief, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen. If necessary, a stronger pain medication may be prescribed for one or two weeks.

What are the branches of brachial plexus?

The 5 terminal branches of the brachial plexus are the musculocutaneous, median, ulnar, axillary, and radial nerves.

How successful is brachial plexus surgery?

Nowadays, the upper arm type BPI can be treat with satisfied outcomes (80–90% successful rate).

Is brachial plexus injury considered a disability?

Qualifying for SSI/SSDI with Brachial Plexus Birth Injuries If it is severe enough, BPBI can be considered a disability under SSI/SSDI rules.

What are the 4 major plexuses?

Of the four major nerve plexuses (cervical, brachial, lumbar, and sacral), only the brachial plexus and sacral plexus can be assessed satisfactorily in the EDX laboratory.

How do you sleep with a brachial plexus injury?

When sleeping on your side, place a pillow in front of you to support the whole arm, limit elbow flexion, and keep the wrist and fingers flat, in a neutral position. Consider sleeping on your back with your arms at your sides or on pillows to keep your elbows and wrists in an ideal position.

Which nerve is the largest branch of the brachial plexus?

Radial Nerve
The Radial Nerve (n. radialis; musculospiral nerve), the largest branch of the brachial plexus, is the continuation of the posterior cord of the plexus. Its fibres are derived from the fifth, sixth, seventh, and eighth cervical and first thoracic nerves.

Is the brachial plexus on both sides?

There is a brachial plexus on each side of the body. Each of the five nerves in the brachial plexus has a specific function, such as powering muscles or carrying sensory information from the hand to the brain.