Brachial plexitis is characterized by the acute onset of shoulder or upper extremity pain with associated weakness and sensory changes. The condition can result from multiple etiologies, including post-surgery, infection, and inflammatory conditions. A high degree of clinical suspicion, a detailed history, a physical examination, and nerve conduction or electromyography are required for an accurate diagnosis. Imaging modalities such as magnetic resonance imaging may also be helpful. Managing brachial plexitis requires an interprofessional team, including pain specialists, neurologists, physiatrists, and therapists. Treatment focuses on conservative measures, including pain relief and physiotherapy, encompassing techniques such as kinesiotherapy and electrical stimulation to reduce pain and weakness and improve muscle function.Although recovery can be prolonged with frequent exacerbations, outcomes are generally fair. However, patients with chronic pain may experience a diminished quality of life. This activity reviews the clinical presentation, pathophysiology, diagnostic testing, and management strategies available for brachial plexitis. Participating clinicians are equipped to provide high-quality care to patients with brachial plexitis.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/18495
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.5 hours
Nursing: 1.5 hours
Pharmacy: 1.5 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABOS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABOS)
ABPATH - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABIM - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
- Measured Outcome: Learner Knowledge, Learner/Team Competence
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all
- Specialty: Adolescent Medicine, Clinical Pathology, General Orthopaedics, General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Neuropathology (incl. Neuromuscular), Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Pediatric Neurology, Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery, Pediatric Rheumatology, Rheumatology, Shoulder and Elbow, Soft Tissue & Bone, Sports Medicine, Surgery of the Hand