Introduction With approximately 3,000 reported injuries per year in the United States, median nerve injuries are the primary cause of emergency room visitation for all peripheral nerve injuries. They can occur by multiple mechanisms, including (1) arm, elbow, and wrist…
Introduction Ulnar neuropathy is relatively common and occurs either following an acute trauma or in the setting of a chronic compression of the nerve. In fact, ulnar nerve pathology is the most common reason for hospitalization compared with all other…
Introduction The rapidly expanding field of peripheral nerve stimulation (PNS) brings with it a tremendous, but still evolving, potential for treating chronic upper extremity neuropathic pain that is often refractory to standard therapies and results in significant suffering and impaired…
Introduction The limited osseous stability of the shoulder allows for its extensive range of motion but makes the strength of the joint largely dependent on the musculotendinous rotator cuff. The complexity of the ligaments, tendons, and cartilaginous tissue that provide…