Brachial Plexopathy/Nerve Root Avulsion in a Football Player: The Role of Electrodiagnostics

Feinberg, Joseph H.; Radecki, Jeffrey; Wolfe, Scott W.; Strauss, Helene L.; Mintz, Douglas N.

doi:10.1007/s11420-007-9064-1

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“…12,18,33 Therefore, developing strategies to prevent a stinger is important in rugby players. Our findings may be useful for the screening or prevention of stingers among rugby players.…”

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Incidence of Stingers in Young Rugby Players

et al. 2015

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Young rugby players with a history of stingers have a significantly high rate of repeat injuries. Although nearly 80% of the players experienced only minimal (0-1 day) time loss injuries, neurological deficits sometimes last beyond 1 month. A history of stingers was identified to be the strongest risk factor for injuries and for lasting symptoms. This information may be useful for planning the proper treatment for stingers in young rugby players.

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“…12,18,33 Therefore, developing strategies to prevent a stinger is important in rugby players. Our findings may be useful for the screening or prevention of stingers among rugby players.…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Incidence of Stingers in Young Rugby Players

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“…According to some authors, this growth should not take more than 18 to 24 months. After this time, the fibrotic muscle tissue should be replaced (16). …”

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What has changed in brachial plexus surgery?

Rezende¹,

Silva²,

Paula³

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Brachial plexus injuries, in all their severity and complexity, have been extensively studied. Although brachial plexus injuries are associated with serious and often definitive sequelae, many concepts have changed since the 1950s, when this pathological condition began to be treated more aggressively. Looking back over the last 20 years, it can be seen that the entire approach, from diagnosis to treatment, has changed significantly. Some concepts have become better established, while others have been introduced; thus, it can be said that currently, something can always be offered in terms of functional recovery, regardless of the degree of injury. Advances in microsurgical techniques have enabled improved results after neurolysis and have made it possible to perform neurotization, which has undoubtedly become the greatest differential in treating brachial plexus injuries. Improvements in imaging devices and electrical studies have allowed quick decisions that are reflected in better surgical outcomes.In this review, we intend to show the many developments in brachial plexus surgery that have significantly changed the results and have provided hope to the victims of this serious injury.

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“…If clinical assessment reveals brachial plexus injury, dedicated MR imaging of this region may be helpful to further define the injury. [42][43][44] Aside from potential brachial plexus injury in stingers, trauma to the brachial plexus is rare in athletes. The plexus is protected from blunt trauma by its anatomical location and the abundant fat and connective tissue that surrounds it.…”

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Upper Extremity Neuromuscular Injuries in Athletes

Demertzis

Rubin

2012

Semin Musculoskelet Radiol

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Upper extremity muscle and nerve injuries in athletes are important causes of lost playing time and suboptimal performance. Although most muscle injuries are self-limited, imaging may be indicated in select situations for diagnostic and prognostic purposes, to investigate potential complications of injury, and for instituting prompt therapy to hasten recovery. MRI is particularly sensitive to soft tissue abnormalities seen in muscle injury, and it can reliably diagnose and stage direct injuries such as contusions and lacerations, and indirect injuries such as strains, delayed-onset muscle soreness, and exertional compartment syndrome. Upper extremity peripheral nerve injuries may be compressive or noncompressive in etiology, with certain sports and activities rendering particular nerves vulnerable to characteristic injuries. Initial evaluation includes a complete history, physical examination, and electrodiagnostic studies. MRI and ultrasound assessment of the nerves, surrounding tissues, and innervated muscles can provide localizing, diagnostic, and prognostic information that complements clinical and electrodiagnostic testing.

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Brachial Plexopathy/Nerve Root Avulsion in a Football Player: The Role of Electrodiagnostics

Cited by 13 publications

References 12 publications

Incidence of Stingers in Young Rugby Players

Incidence of Stingers in Young Rugby Players

What has changed in brachial plexus surgery?

Upper Extremity Neuromuscular Injuries in Athletes

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