United Brachial Plexus Network, Inc.

Hi,

I was recently given a diagnosis of Brachial plexitis. I have winging of my scapula and, after emg's and other testing, my seratus anterior is not functioning properly. I have limited R.O.M in my arm(90 degrees) and it has been this way for over a year. It happened after having a bad virus and subsequently a parlyzed vocal cord which returned to normal after several months. My neurologist said that this as good as it will get and that there is nothing I can do. I am looking to get a second opinion. Is surgery feasible for this injury?

Patrick, welcome to our little world here! hehe There are options out there for surgery for a BPI, it really depends on where the damage is and how severe it is. Here are a few great websites to look at for surgical info and doctors....http://www.drnathbrachialplexus.com/
http://www.mayoclinic.org/brachialplexus-rst/index.html

Best of luck and keep us informed!!! Feel free to ask as many questions as you feel the need to!!!
Courtney