Brachial Plexopathy
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Brachial plexopathy is an injury to or dysfunction of the brachial plexus, the network of nerves that runs from the neck and upper chest to provide movement and sensation to the shoulder, arm, and hand. It can be caused by trauma, compression, or inflammation.
Common symptoms: Pain in the shoulder or arm, muscle weakness, tingling, or loss of sensation in the affected limb.
When to seek care? If, after a blow, a fall, or for no apparent reason, weakness or numbness appears and does not improve, it is time to seek an evaluation.
Who assesses it? The general practitioner can guide the initial workup and refer to the orthopedist when brachial plexopathy requires a more detailed analysis. A timely consultation helps define the appropriate follow-up.
Data on 32 doctors who treat brachial plexopathy
Which specialist treats brachial plexopathy?
Brachial plexopathy should be evaluated by a general practitioner, who performs the initial assessment of the brachial plexus injury and decides whether referral to a specialist is needed.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in brachial plexopathy
Dr. Ernesto Agustín Lara Benítez
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. José Ramón Olivas C.
Dr. César Nájera
Dr. Hugo Arturo González Martínez
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jessica Avalos Nigoche
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Diego Alejandro Oliva Vallejo
Dr. Isaac E. Tello Mata
Dr. Alejandra Elizabeth Villagrán Guerrero
Dr. Arturo Ariph Ibarra Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Mauricio Armando Esqueda Liquidano
Dr. Beatriz Ortiz Figueroa
Frequently asked questions
What is brachial plexopathy?
Brachial plexopathy is an injury to or dysfunction of the brachial plexus, the network of nerves that runs from the neck and upper chest to provide movement and sensation to the shoulder, arm, and hand. It can be caused by trauma, compression, or inflammation.
Which doctor treats brachial plexopathy?
Brachial plexopathy should be evaluated by a general practitioner, who performs the initial assessment of the brachial plexus injury and decides whether referral to a specialist is needed.