A patient in a MVA sustained a high‑velocity cervical spine traction injury when the shoulder was violently depressed while the neck was forced into contralateral side‑bending. Examination reveals shoulder abduction weakness, weakened elbow flexion, and absent biceps reflex. Sensation is absent over the lateral shoulder and lateral forearm extending into the thumb. Which portion of the brachial plexus is MOST likely involved?

 

Find it all out in the podcast! Be prepared for the NPTE so that you can pass with flying colors! Check out www.ptfinalexam.com/podcast for more information and to stay up-to-date with our latest courses and projects.

#Npte #PT #ptboards #crushtheNPTE #study #studygram #spt #ptstudent #ptlife #sptprobs #physicaltherapystudent #physicaltherapy #physio #physiotherapist #ptlife #ptstudentstudy

Rss Apple Podcaster
Podden och tillhörande omslagsbild på den här sidan tillhör Dr. Will Crane PT, DPT, OCS. Innehållet i podden är skapat av Dr. Will Crane PT, DPT, OCS och inte av, eller tillsammans med, Poddtoppen.