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http://dx.doi.org/10.7778/jpkm.2014.28.1.024

A Case Report of Child with Brachial Plexus Palsy Due to Birth Injury  

Yu, Sun Ae (Department of Pediatrics, College of Oriental Medicine, Dongeui University)
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The Journal of Pediatrics of Korean Medicine / v.28, no.1, 2014 , pp. 24-31 More about this Journal
Abstract
Objectives The purpose of this study is to know the effect of acupuncture on brachial plexus palsy due to birth injury. Methods We decided to treat one week of Vojta therapy and occupational therapy, but other were combined, and then add three weeks of acupuncture treatment as well. Results Right clavicle fracture at birth brachial plexus injury due to decreased locomotion of the right upper extremity, muscle weakness in children aged 7 months to Vojta therapy, occupational therapy and acupuncture, when performed in conjunction mobility increase of the shoulder joint, elbow support improvement, recovery of motor function of the hand grip, etc. to obtain a significant motor function recovery improvement. Conclusion Acupuncture was a good treatment of choice for the better shoulder, joint and hands movements.
Keywords
Brachial plexus palsy; Birth injury; Acupuncture;
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