Spinal accessory neuropathy: management
Written and reviewed by Dr Ibrahim Imam, Consultant Neurologist. Last reviewed .
Spinal accessory neuropathy: management. Denervation of the trapezius muscle, Positive sharp waves. Fully referenced neurology checklist.
Electromyogram (EMG)
- Denervation of the trapezius muscle
- Positive sharp waves
- Reduced polyphasic recruitment pattern
Nerve conduction studies (NCS)
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Conservative treatments
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Physical therapy: aims
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Surgical treatments
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References
- Sergides NN, Nikolopoulos DD, Polyzois IG. Idiopathic spinal accessory nerve palsy. A case report. Orthop Traumatol Surg Res 2010; 96:589-592.
- Ozdemir O, Kurne A, Temuçin C, Varli K. Spontaneous unilateral accessory nerve palsy: a case report and review of the literature. Clin Rheumatol 2007; 26:1581-1583.
