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OBPI INFORMATION - ERBS PALSY - PEDIATRIC & ADULT

OBPI INFORMATION - ERBS PALSY - PEDIATRIC & ADULTOBPI INFORMATION - ERBS PALSY - PEDIATRIC & ADULTOBPI INFORMATION - ERBS PALSY - PEDIATRIC & ADULT

Everybody on earth ages in differently...

 ~ there are things we can do to slow down the process and live the best life we can ~



  • Get some sun on your body - every day if possible.  But, protect your affected side from excess sun.  That side burns very easily.
  • Get some fresh air into your lungs - outside air every day.
  • Get some movement into your body - walking? yes, every day.
  • Work your muscles every day - get some exercise in - core work and cardio, too.
  • Do some stretching every day - especially if don't change your position often (desk workers)
  • Get a swim in a warm pool - do range of motion movement and stretching in the warm water and then end by floating yourself.  Did you know that (in the States) senior living centers usually have a warm pool and may offer swim access to the locals for a small fee.
  • Make sure that your work environment and tasks work with your physical issues rather than against them.  (work with gravity rather than against gravity)
  • Your computer set up should be ergonomic.  Look straight ahead versus down.
  • Cell phone usage should also have you looking straight ahead rather then down.
  • Don't carry any kind of heavy bag on your shoulder - use wheeled bags instead.
  • Wear supportive shoes.  Remember that your midline has shifted and you probably have some balance issues.  
  • Eat more anti-inflammatory foods and less inflammatory foods (this is a huge topic -- read books are watch videos by Dr.. Grundy, Dr. William Li,  Medical Medium Anthony Williams)
  • Cut out the sugar and the fast and processed foods.  Eat a "whole foods" diet.  Be real about it.
  • Reduce your chemical load - in the least don't eat the 12 dirty foods unless they are organic.  Hint:  coffee, tea and oats are highly sprayed - make sure those 3 are always organic.
  • Search for the products you use in EWG.org for chemical ratings.
  • Reduce your viral load - drink organic Lemon Balm tea - easy to grow yourself.  
  • Take care of your deficiencies with the correct food and also the correct supplements.
  • Take B vitamins - even give yourself B12 shots if needed.
  • Make sure your Vitamin D levels are good (bloodwork)
  • We are almost all deficient of magnesium - this will calm muscle spasms and get you good sleep.
  • Get a great mattress that will support your body.
  • Get a neck positioning pillow so  your neck doesn't get strained while you are sleeping.
  • Take soaking hot baths with Epsom Salt and get down into the water so just your head is out of the water.
  • Be touched --- chiropractic, massage therapy, etc. (don't allow anyone to put your neck in lateral traction or do deep work under and around your scapula)
  • Reduce your stress level - get some counseling if you can't figure out your stress.
  • Meditate daily.
  • Try to maintain "peace in your house".
  • Watch comedy and get a good laugh in.
  • Watch drama and get a good cry in.
  • Sit alone in nature and let the trees, animals, insects and mycelium heal you.
  • Love yourself and (certain) others unconditionally.
  • Be the best person you can be.  Think of how your communication will make the other person feel.  Words and actions cannot be reversed.  
  • Live in gratitude - especially to God.
  • PRAY and trust in your faith.


IMPORTANT: POSITIONING FOR MEDICAL PROCEDURES

If you have  brachial plexus issues or not, there is a huge risk looming in the operating room:  Peripheral nerve injury can occur from having your arms and neck positioned incorrectly when under anesthesia, and also from getting tests like a mammogram or any other procedure that involves specific positioning.
 

Affected and UN-affected arms must be protected and positioned carefully to avoid new injury and re-injury.


You must make it very clear to your physician and all involved in the procedure that you have brachial plexus issues and that you must personally, verbally approve the position you are in BEFORE getting sedated.  


For parents whose children have a BPI – educate yourself about positioning. Here’s a chapter in a book from the School of Nurse Anesthesia. Be strong and courageous advocates for your children. Remember that you need to worry about the affected arm AND the UNaffected arm and neck.

http://www.hsrsna.com/student/Positioning_1.PDF


For individuals with BPI, educate yourself and meet with your O.R. team in Pre-Op and assertively communicate your needs with a witness present. Tell them that you will work with them in the O.R. to create the best positioning and that you MUST give your verbal O.K. before going under anesthesia. And again, you are protecting both arms and your neck.


No more unnecessary injuries!

There Are Many Helpful Tools & Techniques Out There...

NECK SUPPORT PILLOWS

SHOULDER WRAP MASSAGER

NECK SUPPORT PILLOWS

OBPI & TBPI neck positioning pillow

Good posture and neck support at night may obliterate or help reduce neck and shoulder pain.  Press the button below for one example.

Ecoden Pillows

QUELL

SHOULDER WRAP MASSAGER

NECK SUPPORT PILLOWS

QUELL pain relief for OBPI and TBPI - works great

Advanced neurostimulation for whole body pain relief.  It takes a little time for your body to integrate it and then it's just amazing.

QUELL

SHOULDER WRAP MASSAGER

SHOULDER WRAP MASSAGER

SHOULDER WRAP MASSAGER

 You can raise and lower it based on the position of your hands.   Multiple levels of massage and heat on/off.  Had one for 30 years!

SHOULDER WRAP MASSAGER

ONE-HAND JAR OPENER

MAGNESIUM FOR PAIN & SPASM

SHOULDER WRAP MASSAGER

OBPI & TBPI, easy jar opener

This is the easiest-to-use one hand jar opener you can find.  Am grateful for the person who showed this to me,  especially with all the marinara sauce  jars we open weekly!

LEE VALLEY JAR OPENER

MAGNESIUM FOR PAIN & SPASM

MAGNESIUM FOR PAIN & SPASM

MAGNESIUM FOR PAIN & SPASM

OBPI & TBPI for muscle pain and cramping & spasms,

Most of us are highly deficient in magnesium.   Start slow.  Too much can cause loose bowels.  Try the OTC powder that you put in water Magnesium Calm.  Also use Epsom Salt in your bath water.

READ THE STUDY

ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE

MAGNESIUM FOR PAIN & SPASM

MAGNESIUM FOR PAIN & SPASM

OBPI & TBPI, Alexander Technique Postural Training

This technique will help you learn how to undo bad postural habits that will create structural problems and pain as you age.  With an expert teacher this can be life changing.

LEARN MORE

NECK TRAVEL PILLOW

NECK TRAVEL PILLOW

NECK TRAVEL PILLOW

Make sure that whatever neck support you use for travel - do not allow your neck to bob forward or to the side.  Put the highest point in the front to hold you steady.

NECK TRAVEL SUPPORT

WATSU

NECK TRAVEL PILLOW

NECK TRAVEL PILLOW

WATSU for OBPI and TBPI

Watsu is a bodywork technique that is done  privately in a warm pool.  It is the closest to being sent to heaven.  I can explain it more,  but I rather you watch the video in the link below.  Then go to watsu.com to find a practitioner near you.

WATCH A SESSION

B-12 SHOTS

NECK TRAVEL PILLOW

B-12 SHOTS

B-12 is an essential vitamin for nerves.  B-12 deficiency can inflict severe damage to the nerves and cause them to malfunction.  Individuals who eat plant based diets are at risk.  Individuals who are on the drug Metformin are in real trouble.  Best way to assimilate B-12 is through injection which can be done by yourself.   B12beyou.com

READ MORE ABOUT B-12

Laptop Ergonomic "Desk"

Shop For This Desk

CRANIO-SACRAL THERAPY

ONE ARMED LIVING TOOLS VIDEO

ONE ARMED LIVING TOOLS VIDEO

The original injury involved the cranium and the neck.  Yet these areas usually remain untreated.  CST can help release the "original injury" pain and trauma that continue to be stuck and cause havoc.  It is very light touch work and can make a tremendous difference in one's life.

LEARN ABOUT CST

ONE ARMED LIVING TOOLS VIDEO

ONE ARMED LIVING TOOLS VIDEO

ONE ARMED LIVING TOOLS VIDEO

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BREATHWORK

MACROBIOTIC ZEN SHIATSU

MACROBIOTIC ZEN SHIATSU

Many with OBPI have diaphragm involvement and may not even know it.  There are many types or breathwork one can be involved in to release trauma and also to increase oxygenation ability.  There are many benefits to daily breathwork exercises including alkalizing the body to prevent cancer and other health issues.

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MACROBIOTIC ZEN SHIATSU

MACROBIOTIC ZEN SHIATSU

MACROBIOTIC ZEN SHIATSU

MB Zen Shiatsu is done for balancing the physical, emotional, and spiritual health of the individual. Dietary guidance, medicinal plant food, breathing techniques, and home remedies are emphasized.  Pain is reduced, circulation increased and energy restored and increased.

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The words here are OPINION ONLY and not to be misconstrued as medical advice.

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