Brachial Plexus Injuries

Question 1

What are some examples of brachial plexus injuries

Answer 1

• Erb’s palsy

- Klumpke’s palsy

Question 2

Describe features of Erbs Palsy

Answer 2

• C5-6 nerve roots
• Dermatome sensory loss
• Waiter’s tip motor appearance with shoulder forward rotated, elbow extension, forearm pronation and wrist flexion

Question 3

Describe features of Klumpke’s palsy

Answer 3

• C8 - T1 nerve roots.
• corresponding dermatome sensory loss
• Weakness in the intrinsic muscles of the hand