What Is Brachial Plexus Injury? | Boston Children’s Hospital

The brachial plexus is a network of nerves between the neck and shoulders that control muscle function in the shoulder, arm, and hand. Watch this animated video to learn how these nerves can be damaged during childbirth, and how brachial plexus injury may affect your child’s arm or hand.

In this video, you’ll learn:
0:00 Intro
0:03 What is the brachial plexus?
0:43 Brachial plexus injury during childbirth
0:55 Brachial plexus injury in sports
1:30 Treatment options for brachial plexus injury
2:15 When to see a specialist at Boston Children's Hospital

▶Programs mentioned:

Brachial Plexus Program

Hand and Orthopedic Upper Extremity Program

Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Department

▶Meet the experts:

Brachial Plexus Team

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