Axillary neuropathy
Written and reviewed by Dr Ibrahim Imam, Consultant Neurologist. Last reviewed .
Axillary neuropathy. The axillary nerve innervates the deltoid muscle. It has anterior and posterior branches. Fully referenced neurology checklist.
Anatomy
- The axillary nerve innervates the deltoid muscle
- It has anterior and posterior branches
Causes
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Clinical features
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Treatment
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Synonym
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References
- Leechavengvongs S, Teerawutthichaikit T, Witoonchart K, et al. Surgical anatomy of the axillary nerve branches to the deltoid muscle. Clin Anat 2015; 28:118-122.
- Liveson JA. Peripheral Neurology: Case Studies. Third edition. Oxford University Press Oxford 2000 p230.
- Paladini D, Dellantonio R, Cinti A, Angeleri F. Axillary neuropathy in volleyball players: report of two cases and literature review. JNNP 1996; 60:345-347.
- Steinmann SP, Moran EA. Axillary nerve injury: diagnosis and treatment. J Am Acad Orthop Surg 2001; 9:328-335.
- Perlmutter GS. Axillary nerve injury. Clin Orthop Relat Res 1999; 368:28-36.
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