Checkpoint: Pediatric Brachial Plexus-Session recording

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Video Summary

In this video, healthcare professionals from the University of Michigan present their multidisciplinary clinic for babies with brachial plexus injuries. The clinic includes specialists from various fields who work together to provide comprehensive care. They emphasize the importance of early referral and evaluation, as it leads to better outcomes. The video discusses the anatomy of the brachial plexus, different types of injuries, and surgical options for treatment, including graft repair and nerve transfer. The team emphasizes the need for careful evaluation to determine the appropriate surgical intervention. They also highlight the importance of post-surgical care, including the use of external rotation braces and Botox treatment. The video includes two case studies of patients who underwent surgery and experienced improvements in movement and function. It mentions the use of EMG and nerve conduction studies for assessment and discusses various therapy interventions. The video highlights potential complications and challenges associated with brachial plexus injuries, such as torticollis, speech delays, and sensory issues. Overall, the multidisciplinary clinic aims to provide comprehensive care and improve outcomes for infants with brachial plexus injuries.

Keywords

healthcare professionals

University of Michigan

multidisciplinary clinic

brachial plexus injuries

early referral

surgical options

post-surgical care

case studies

therapy interventions

EMG

complications

comprehensive care

electromyography