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KMID : 0363420140280010024
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Journal of Korean Oriental Pediatrics
2014 Volume.28 No. 1 p.24 ~ p.31
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A Case Report of Child with Brachial Plexus Palsy Due to Birth Injury
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Yu Sun-Ae
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Abstract
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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.
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KEYWORD
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Brachial plexus palsy, Birth injury, Acupuncture
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