Compression of the brachioplexus; subclavian artery and vein can also be compressed; pain, numbness, weakness, tingling in arm or across the upper thoracic area or over scapula
Thoracic outlet syndrome
Decussation of the pyramids happens here
Medulla oblongata
Compression occurs at the forearm (under the tendon a brachioradialis); involves the radial nerve; tight hand cuffs
Cheiralgia paresthetica
The endoneurium is damaged with this level of injury
Neurotmesis
Compression occurs at proximal forearm; involves the median nerve
Pronator Teres syndrome
This stops things from entering the blood within the brain
Blood brain barrier
Segmental demyelination occurs with this level of injury
Neuropraxia
Entrapment of lateral femoral cutaneous nerve; sensory alteration for burning pain on the lateral thigh; tight jeans
Meralgia paresthetica
Nerve injury that is reversible in hours to months
