Shoulder Palsies Management: From Nerve Microsurgery to Tendon Transfers

This chapter provides a comprehensive overview of traumatic shoulder palsies, encompassing injuries to the brachial plexus and peripheral nerves. It explores various mechanisms of injury and their implications on management strategies, addressing controversies in treatment methods. We emphasize the management on restoring function, from near-normal state in partial or isolated injuries to basic functionality in complete palsies. The chapter highlights advancements in nerve surgeries, offering new possibilities for functional restoration. Organized on a nerve-by-nerve basis, it provides a structured approach to assessment and treatment, aiming to mitigate the devastating effects of upper extremity nerve injuries and achieve satisfactory outcomes.