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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Accessory nerve disorder | |||
| image = [[File:1610_Muscles_Controlled_by_the_Accessory_Nerve-02.jpg|250px]] | |||
| caption = Muscles controlled by the accessory nerve | |||
| field = [[Neurology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Muscle weakness]], [[shoulder pain]], [[winged scapula]] | |||
| complications = [[Shoulder dysfunction]], [[limited range of motion]] | |||
| onset = Varies | |||
| duration = Can be chronic | |||
| causes = [[Trauma]], [[surgery]], [[tumors]], [[infections]] | |||
| risks = [[Neck surgery]], [[head trauma]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[electromyography]], [[nerve conduction study]] | |||
| differential = [[Cervical radiculopathy]], [[brachial plexus injury]] | |||
| treatment = [[Physical therapy]], [[surgery]] | |||
| prognosis = Varies depending on cause and treatment | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
The '''Accessory Nerve Disorder''' is a medical condition that involves the dysfunction of the [[Accessory Nerve|eleventh cranial nerve]], also known as the spinal accessory nerve. This nerve primarily supplies the [[Sternocleidomastoid muscle|sternocleidomastoid]] and [[Trapezius muscle|trapezius]] muscles, which are responsible for various movements of the head and shoulders. | The '''Accessory Nerve Disorder''' is a medical condition that involves the dysfunction of the [[Accessory Nerve|eleventh cranial nerve]], also known as the spinal accessory nerve. This nerve primarily supplies the [[Sternocleidomastoid muscle|sternocleidomastoid]] and [[Trapezius muscle|trapezius]] muscles, which are responsible for various movements of the head and shoulders. | ||
Latest revision as of 23:38, 3 April 2025
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Muscle weakness, shoulder pain, winged scapula |
| Complications | Shoulder dysfunction, limited range of motion |
| Onset | Varies |
| Duration | Can be chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Trauma, surgery, tumors, infections |
| Risks | Neck surgery, head trauma |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, electromyography, nerve conduction study |
| Differential diagnosis | Cervical radiculopathy, brachial plexus injury |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Physical therapy, surgery |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Varies depending on cause and treatment |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
The Accessory Nerve Disorder is a medical condition that involves the dysfunction of the eleventh cranial nerve, also known as the spinal accessory nerve. This nerve primarily supplies the sternocleidomastoid and trapezius muscles, which are responsible for various movements of the head and shoulders.
Etiology[edit]
The disorder can be caused by a variety of factors, including trauma, surgical procedures, tumors, or infections that affect the nerve. Idiopathic causes are also common, where the cause of the disorder is unknown.
Symptoms[edit]
Patients with accessory nerve disorder may experience pain, weakness, and limited range of motion in the neck and shoulders. Other symptoms may include a drooping shoulder, difficulty in lifting objects, and a winged scapula.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of accessory nerve disorder is typically made through a combination of medical history, physical examination, and electromyography (EMG). MRI may also be used to rule out other conditions.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment options for accessory nerve disorder include physical therapy, pain management, and in some cases, surgery. The goal of treatment is to restore function and alleviate pain.
