Lessons from the Lab: Episode 6: Bob Irwin: Scapular Winging-Session recording

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Video Summary

In this episode of AANEM's Lessons from the Lab, Dr. Robert Irwin, a professor of physical medicine and rehabilitation at the University of Miami, is interviewed by Dr. Devin Rubin, a neurologist at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida. They discuss a challenging case involving a patient with scapular winging following a bout of shingles. They discuss the possibility of an idiopathic brachial plexopathy versus a viral plexopathy, and the importance of thorough examination including muscle activation to determine the extent of the condition. Dr. Irwin emphasizes the importance of physical therapy and muscle and nerve stimulation for treatment, and highlights the potential for recovery in most cases. They also discuss the use of neuromuscular ultrasound to aid in the diagnosis and management of such cases. The episode concludes with a discussion of the upcoming AANEM annual meeting and the valuable learning opportunities it offers.  Overall, the episode provides valuable insights into the evaluation and management of patients with scapular winging.

Keywords

scapular winging

brachial plexopathy

viral plexopathy

physical therapy

muscle activation

nerve stimulation

neuromuscular ultrasound

AANEM annual meeting