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- Brachial Plexus Injuries Information Page
The brachial plexus is a network of nerves that conducts signals from the spine to the shoulder, arm, and hand. Brachial plexus injuries are caused by damage to those nerves. Symptoms may include a limp or paralyzed arm, lack of muscle control in the arm, hand, or wrist, and lack of feeling or sensation in the arm or hand. Although injuries can occur at any time, many brachial plexus injuries happen during birth: the baby's shoulders may become impacted during the birth process causing the...
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
- Cephalic Disorders Information Page
Cephalic disorders are congenital conditions that stem from damage to or abnormal development of the budding nervous system. Most cephalic disorders are caused by a disturbance that occurs very early in the development of the fetal nervous system. Damage to the developing nervous system is a major cause of chronic, disabling disorders, and sometimes death in infants, children, and even adults. Cephalic disorders may be influenced by hereditary or genetic conditions or by environmental exposures...
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
- Repetitive Motion Disorders Information Page
Repetitive motion disorders (RMDs) are a family of muscular conditions that result from repeated motions performed in the course of normal work or daily activities. RMDs include carpal tunnel syndrome, bursitis, tendonitis, epicondylitis, ganglion cyst, tenosynovitis, and trigger finger. RMDs are caused by too many uninterrupted repetitions of an activity or motion, unnatural or awkward motions such as twisting the arm or wrist, overexertion, incorrect posture, or muscle fatigue. RMDs occur...
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
- Swallowing Disorders Information Page
Swallowing disorders - defined as difficulty in passing food or liquid from the mouth to the stomach - occur in all age groups, but especially in the elderly. The disorders can occur at any stage of the normal swallowing process, in which food and liquid move from the mouth, through the pharynx, into the esophagus, and finally, into the stomach. The disorders are common in individuals with degenerative neurological disorders such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), postpolio syndrome,...
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
- Neuronal Migration Disorders Information Page
Neuronal migration disorders (NMDs) are a group of birth defects caused by the abnormal migration of neurons in the developing brain and nervous system. In the developing brain, neurons must migrate from the areas where they are born to the areas where they will settle into their proper neural circuits. Neuronal migration, which occurs as early as the second month of gestation, is controlled by a complex assortment of chemical guides and signals. When these signals are absent or incorrect,...
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
Organizations
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- American Friends Foundation for Childbirth Injuries (AFFCI) - http://www.fistulahospital.org
- American Society for Surgery of the Hand - http://www.hand-surg.org/
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American Association for Hand Surgery -
- Vestibular Disorders Association - http://www.vestibular.org/
- Iron Disorders Institute - http://www.irondisorders.org
News
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- Neurological Disorders Affect Millions Globally, According To WHO
MedicalNewsToday - Tue, 27 Feb 2007 09:00 EST
- Neurological disorders affect millions globally: WHO report
World Health Organization - Tue, 27 Feb 2007 11:00 EST
- Evidence in Inmate’s Hand, Justice in His Sights
New York Times - Sun, 25 Feb 2007 01:33 EST
- Overuse sports injuries often seen in kids
Reuters - Thu, 01 Mar 2007 02:50 EST
- Diabetes, heart disease go hand-in-hand
The Earth Times - Wed, 07 Feb 2007 03:41 EST
Clinical Trials
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- Brief Intervention to Reduce Injury in Minorities
ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT00132262 - Active, not recruiting
Injuries; Alcohol Related Disorders
- Efficacy and Safety of a Retinoid for the Treatment of Severe Chronic Hand Dermatitis
ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT00124475 - Active, not recruiting
Chronic Hand Dermatitis
- Safety and Efficacy of a Retinoid for the Treatment of Severe Chronic Hand Dermatitis
ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT00309621 - Active, not recruiting
Hand Dermatoses
- Risk Factors for Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injury
ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT00124319 - Recruiting
Knee Injuries; Athletic Injuries
- A Randomised Trial of a Moisturising Cream in Preventing Recurrence of Hand Eczema
ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT00576550 - Active, not recruiting
Hand Eczema

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