Brachial Plexus Palsy Treatment in Turkey
About Brachial Plexus Palsy
Key Highlights
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Provides a precise, non-invasive diagnosis of nerve injury location and severity.Guides the entire treatment pathway, from therapy to potential surgery.Utilizes advanced diagnostic tools like EMG/NCS for objective data.Helps in differentiating between neuropraxia (mild injury) and more severe axonotmesis or neurotmesis.Essential for prognostication and setting realistic recovery expectations.
Who is this surgery for?
- Trauma causing shoulder or neck injury, such as from a motorcycle accident or fall.
- Birth injury (obstetrical brachial plexus palsy) during a difficult delivery.
- Persistent pain, weakness, numbness, or paralysis in the shoulder, arm, or hand.
- Suspected nerve compression from tumors or thoracic outlet syndrome.
- Lack of improvement with initial conservative management of arm symptoms.
How to prepare
- Provide a complete medical history, including details of the injury or symptom onset.
- Inform the neurologist of all current medications, especially blood thinners.
- Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that allows easy access to the neck, shoulder, and arm.
- Avoid applying lotions or oils to the skin on the day of the electrodiagnostic tests.
- Be prepared to discuss symptoms in detail and demonstrate range of motion.
Risks & possible complications
- Discomfort or mild pain during needle insertion for electromyography (EMG).
- Minor bruising or bleeding at the needle site.
- Rare risk of infection from needle electrodes.
- Diagnostic tests themselves carry minimal risk; the primary risks are associated with the underlying condition if left untreated.
- Potential anxiety or stress related to the diagnostic findings.
Recovery & hospital stay
- No significant recovery time is needed from the diagnostic evaluation itself.
- Patients can typically resume normal activities immediately after the neurologist's consultation and tests.
- Post-diagnosis, the focus shifts to the prescribed treatment plan, which may include physical/occupational therapy.
- Follow-up appointments are crucial to monitor nerve recovery and adjust the management plan.
- Adherence to therapy exercises and any activity modifications is key to functional recovery.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (outpatient procedure)
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Expected recovery time:
0 days (from the diagnostic procedure)
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering brachial plexus palsy in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for brachial plexus palsy in Turkey include Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, VM Medical Park Pendik Hastanesi, Medical Park Gaziosmanpaşa, Medical Park Bahçelievler, Liv Hospital Ankara, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform brachial plexus palsy. MediFyr helps you compare neurologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for brachial plexus palsy compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Brachial Plexus Palsy in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated neurology teams and experience managing patients undergoing brachial plexus palsy.
Instabul, Turkey
150 Doctors
Emma Verma, a 28-year-old graphic designer...
Emma Verma, a 28-year-old graphic designer and avid rock climber, was involved in a motorcycle accident six months ago. She suffered a severe traction injury to her right shoulder and neck. Initially treated for fractures, the deeper issue emerged as persistent weakness, numbness, and a burning pain in her right arm and hand, making it impossible to grip a pencil or mouse. After months of frustrating physiotherapy with minimal improvement, her neurologist, Dr. Chen, diagnosed a post-traumatic brachial plexus palsy. He recommended surgical exploration with possible nerve grafting to bypass the scarred, non-functioning segments. The surgery was long and complex. Post-operatively, Emma faced a grueling year of rehabilitation, relearning basic movements. Initially despairing at the slow pace, she celebrated small victories, first a flicker in her finger, then the ability to hold a cup. Two years later, while she can't return to elite climbing, she has regained functional use of her hand for daily tasks and her design work. Her journey swung from the grief of losing a core part of her identity to a hard-won acceptance and pride in her resilience, finding new creative outlets in digital art adapted to her abilities.