Brachial Neuritis

Overview

4.8 out of 5 (14 Reviews)

Credits

1.50

Post Assessment Questions

8

Start Date

19 Jul 2022

Last Review Date

2 Feb 2024

Expiration Date

31 Dec 2023

Estimated Time To Finish

90 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Brachial neuritis, also called neuralgic amyotrophy or Parsonage-Turner syndrome, is a neuromuscular syndrome involving the peripheral nerves. The condition is not well understood and is often misdiagnosed. Though brachial neuritis is considered an inflammatory process, the precise underlying etiology remains unclear, with immune-mediated, mechanical, and genetic factors associated with the condition. The primary characteristic symptoms of brachial neuritis are sudden unilateral or bilateral pain in the shoulder girdle, followed by the onset of muscle weakness. Sensory deficits may also be noted in some patients. Typically, the symptoms radiate to the neck, arms, and forearms and may last from a few days to an average of 4 weeks.

Clinicians may have difficulty diagnosing brachial neuritis due to the condition's multifocal symptoms, various presentations, and the delayed manifestation of pathophysiologic changes on testing. To avoid misdiagnosis, clinicians must be familiar with the clinical course of brachial neuritis and be able to differentiate it from similar conditions, as an inaccurate diagnosis can lead to unnecessary surgery and increased complications. This activity for healthcare professionals aims to enhance learners' competence in recognizing brachial neuritis, excluding differential diagnoses, selecting appropriate diagnostic tests, managing the acute and chronic phases of the condition, and fostering effective interprofessional teamwork to improve outcomes.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Recognize clinical signs and symptoms indicative of brachial neuritis for accurate diagnosis.

  • Differentiate the clinical features of brachial neuritis from similar neuromuscular disorders.

  • Initiate evidence-based treatment strategies promptly, considering physical therapy and pain management.

  • Improve care coordination among interprofessional team members managing brachial neuritis.

Disclosures

The Campbell University Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine (CUSOM) requires instructors, planners, managers, and other individuals who are in a position to control the content of this activity to disclose any real or apparent conflict of interest they or their immediate family may have as related to the content of this activity. All identified conflicts of interest are thoroughly vetted by CUSOM for resolution, to ensure fair balance, scientific objectivity of studies mentioned in the materials or used as the basis for content, and appropriateness of patient care recommendations.

CUSOM will identify, review, and resolve all conflicts of interest that faculty, authors, activity directors, planners, managers, peer reviewers, or relevant staff disclose prior to an educational activity being delivered to learners. Disclosure of a relationship is not intended to suggest or condone bias in any presentation but is made to provide participants with information that might be of potential importance to their evaluation of a presentation. Disclosure information for authors, editors, planners, peer reviewers, and/or relevant staff is provided with this activity.

Continuing Education Accreditation Information

 

 

The Campbell University Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine (CUSOM) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. CUSOM designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.50 AOA Category 1 B Credits and will report CME credits commensurate with the extent of the physician's participation in the activity.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be received in writing and a money back guarantee is provided if not completely satisfied.

  • StatPearls and CUSOM reserve the right to cancel any course due to unforeseen circumstances. StatPearls and CUSOM will not be responsible for other expenses incurred by the participant in the unlikely event that the program is canceled.

Equal Opportunity

  • StatPearls and CUSOM are Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Equal Access Institutions. 

Medium or Media Used:

  • Computer Requirements:  Internet Access
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Instructions for Credit

  1. Register for the activity and create a StatPearls login.     
  2. Review the required accreditation information:  Target audience, learning objectives and disclosure information.
  3. Complete the entire self-study activity.
  4. Complete the post-test assessments.
  5. Successfully pass the post-test with a minimum score of 100%.
  6. Complete the evaluation form.
  7. Obtain a certificate.

StatPearls and CUSOM adheres to AOA Standards regarding commercial support of continuing medical education. It is the policy of StatPearls and Campbell that the faculty and planning committee disclose real or apparent conflicts of interest relating to the topics of this educational activity, that relevant conflict(s) of interest are resolved and also that authors and editors will disclose any unlabeled/unapproved use of drug(s) or device(s) during their presentation. Detailed disclosure will be made prior to starting the activity.

The information provided at this CME/CE activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical/clinical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition.

This course is intended for osteopathic physicians who wish to earn AOA CME credit. Take this version of the course to ensure you receive appropriate credit.

 

 
 

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