The peripheral nervous system is a network of 43 pairs of motor & sensory nerves that connect the brain & spinal cord (the central nervous system) to the entire human body. These nerves control the functions of sensation, motion, and motor coordination. They are more fragile and can be damaged easily. When one of these…
What is Klumpke’s Palsy? Klumpke’s palsy, named after Augusta Dejerine-Klumpke, is neuropathy that involves the lower part of the brachial plexus.Usually, the 8th cervical and 1st thoracic nerves are commonly injured either before or after they have joined to form the lower trunk. This injury leads to a stretching (neuropraxia,), tearing (called “avulsion” when the…
Why exercise is important for wrist pain? Exercise for your wrist pain can help to build strength and increase flexibility. It also improves the range of motion and gives pain relief. It is also helpful for improving blood flow surrounding the wrist joint, muscles, and ligament. What is wrist pain? Wrist pain is mostly caused…
