Brachial Plexus InjuriesThe brachial plexus is a network of intertwined nerves that control movement and sensation in the arm and hand. A traumatic brachial plexus injury involves sudden damage to these nerves, and may cause weakness, loss of feeli

Erb's Palsy(Brachial Plexus Birth Palsy)Erb's palsy is a form of brachial plexus palsy. It is named for one of the doctors who first described this condition, Wilhelm Erb.The brachial plexus (BRAY-key-el PLEK-sis) is a network of nerves near the

Erb's Palsy(Brachial Plexus Birth Palsy)Erb's palsy is a form of brachial plexus palsy. It is named for one of the doctors who first described this condition, Wilhelm Erb.The brachial plexus (BRAY-key-el PLEK-sis) is a network of nerves near the

Sternoclavicular (SC) Joint DisordersThe sternoclavicular (SC) joint is one of the four joints that complete the shoulder. The joint is located in the spot where the clavicle (collarbone) meets the sternum (breastbone) at the base of the neck. Alth

Acetabular FracturesAn acetabular fracture is a break in the socket portion of the "ball-and-socket" hip joint. These hip socket fractures are not common — they occur much less frequently than fractures of the upper femur or femoral head (the "ball

Hip DislocationA traumatic hip dislocation occurs when the head of the thighbone (femur) is forced out of its socket in the hip bone (pelvis). It typically takes a major force to dislocate the hip. Car accidents and falls from significant heights a

Talus FracturesA talus fracture is a break in one of the bones that forms the ankle. This type of fracture often occurs during a high-energy event, such as a car collision or a fall from a significant height.Because the talus is important for ank

Thoracic Outlet SyndromeThoracic outlet syndrome is a term used for several different conditions that can occur when nerves and/or blood vessels in the thoracic outlet are compressed or irritated.The thoracic outlet is the space between your coll