United Brachial Plexus Network

Hey all.......has anyone here been through the pain rehab program (either the 2 day or 3 week) at Mayo?? From what I have read, it looks to be quite helpful. Looking for those that have gone through it or a similar program and would love to hear your opinions!!! Thanks.......

Totally agree with the above. One Handed Typying covers all, short-term and long-term, users. Can't wait to download the app!!!!

I have surgery scheduled Aug 31 at Barnes-Jewish West in St Louis for a spinal cord stimulator implantation. During my week trial I slept better than I had since my accident occurred!! My intermittent pain surges were decreased in both number of occurrences and levels of pain felt. I am hoping for a...

OMG Mary. Your story is so similar to mine. I also had an unsuccessful surgery at Mayo (Feb. 2008). And then breast reduction surgery there July 2010!! I think my BP surgery was performed too late (9 months post accident) and the amount of trauma I initially sustained did not help matters any. Plus ...

Has anyone had a DREZ (Dorsal Root Entry Zone Myelotomy) performed? I found this on the Washington University in St Louis School of Medicine Center for Nerve Injury & Paralysis website. I had an unsuccessful brachial plexus reconstruction surgery at Mayo's in January of 2008, so I am now looking...

Where did you have the implant done? I have not heard of this procedure and since my surgery at Mayo was unsuccessful I am now looking to see what else may be available. Thanks for posting about this....

So happy for you......I am sure this surgery will "do the trick" and get you further down the road to recovery. Will be praying!!

Having the surgery done July 29 at Mayos.......will post regarding my results as soon as I can!! Wish me luck..........

When I was referred to Mayo after a motorcycle accident in May 2007, it was my understanding that Rochesters Mayo clinic had the only Brachial Plexus team........I have the direct phone numbers if you need them. I also think you would get an appointment quicker if referred by another physician....no...

Alicia I like the Joslin Ultimate Arm Sling. It is constructed of a stretchy material that moves with you. Go to joslinslings.com to check it out. I have been in a sling for almost three years and think I have tried them all! You can also get a Joslin sling from the PT Dept. at Mayo. I think you and...