Parsonage-Turner Syndrome

Before going into detail, it is worth knowing that Parsonage-Turner syndrome, also known as neuralgic amyotrophy, is a disorder of the nerves of the shoulder and arm that appears suddenly.

Common symptoms: It usually begins with intense shoulder pain that later gives way to weakness and, at times, difficulty moving the arm or wasting of some muscles.

When to seek attention? It is reasonable to seek attention when acute shoulder pain is accompanied by loss of strength that does not improve.

Which specialist treats it? The neurologist is the appropriate professional to study nerve involvement, and in some cases collaborates with the rehabilitation specialist. If you experience these symptoms, the advisable course is for a physician to review your situation individually.