Have you seen this website? Hard to believe, is all I will say

Have you seen this website? Hard to believe, is all I will say at this point, from a guy who is the president of Shoulder Dystocia Litigation Consultants.

Advice for Doctors in Medical Malpractice Lawsuits
Learner is also the president of Shoulder Dystocia Litigation Consultants, a group that works with defense lawyers, medical malpractice insurance company case managers, and hospital risk managers in shoulder dystocia-related injuries ...
Maryland Injury Lawyer Blog - http://www.marylandinjurylawyerblog.com/

Child to serve as patient champion

Child to serve as patient championBurleson-Crowley Connection - Cleburne,TX,USABorn with a fractured collar bone, she is being treated for a condition called brachial plexus palsy, damage to the nerves that send signals to the spinal ...

Read more about it here: http://www.burlesoncrowley.com/publish/article_2558.shtml

Brachial Plexus/Erb's Palsy Events

Are you aware of any BPI events?

Below is one that we are aware of, let us know if you know of any.

Washington State and the Greater North West

Helping Hands Greater Northwest BPI Support Group will gather at Owen Beach (Point Defiance Park) on October 19th.

They will have a live band "The Backwoods Windjammers"

For futher information contact; Peggy Fergerson: pferg@wavecable.com or Julia Aten: julia120589@yahoo.com

Double Arm Transplant

Have you seen the recent headlines regarding the man who had a double arm transplant. You can find out more information on this at: http://news.aol.com/health/article/man-doing-well-after-arm-transplant/204773

I wonder if he will loose a lot of muscle mass waiting for the nerves to continue growing. Sounds like he already has made progress. There are lots of amazing photos.
He will be receiving an intensive program of physiotherapy, electric stimulation.
It will be interesting to see how he progresses.

Good luck Karl Merk!!!

October is Brachial Plexus Injury Awareness Month

Did you know that October is Brachial Plexus Injury Awareness Month? (UBPN) United Brachial Plexus Network has dedicated a week to raise awarenss. (October 19 - 26, 2008)

There are many things that you can do to help, and UBPN has a page on their site to help you with ideas. http://www.ubpn.org/awareness/

Try checking them out.

There is also an interesting place on facebook for the cause at:
http://apps.facebook.com/causes/93688?m=b7b99169&recruiter_id=18587165

BPI Camp

We are interested in setting up a Camp for those affected with brachial plexus injuries, and or their families scheduled to take place the summer of 2009.
We will be looking into various areas of the Midwest and Florida for the location.

We thought we would send out an e-mail message to see if this is what the brachial plexus community would like to see happen. If you are interested in attending, helping out, and or making a donation for the event, please let us know.
Sincerely,
Brenda
Wisconsin Brachial Plexus Injury Connection
BPI
Erbspalsy1@gmail.com
P.O. Box 23
Larsen, WI 54947

We are just trying to help out the BPI Community and UBPN with this endeavor. All and any help appreciated.

Purchase Brachial Plexus Injury/Erb's Palsy Awareness Products.

Help Create Brachial Plexus Injury/Erb's Palsy Awareness for October.
You can purchase Silver Ribbon Campaign products at:
http://www.cafepress.com/erbspalsy

Silver Ribbon campaign

Scheduled BPI Event

Wisconsin BPI Connection Family Gathering.
This event is to help develop connections between families affected with Brachial Plexus/Erb's Palsy. This is to encourage support, friendships, and encourage an informational sharing experience.This is an informal event, families, children, and Health Care providers are welcome to attend. The location is at the Comfort Suites in Appleton Wisconsin. This is conveniently located at Highway US 41 and 96 (Wisconsin Ave.), Exit 138 adjacent to the Fox River Mall and just 3 miles from the Appleton Airport.
We have set a side a group block of 10 Guest rooms. The rate for the rooms will be at $89.00/$99.00. So reserve your spot quick. Group number for this discount is: 2441. Cut-Off Date: Wednesday, August 20, 2008 (920-730-3800)
The hotel has the first of its kind Comfort Dome with 10, 000 sq. ft. Indoor Recreation center, Indoor pool with sauna, whirlpool, game room, outdoor sunbathing area, & Fitness Center. Microwave, Refrigerator, Iron board, Sleeper sofa, and work area in all suites. There are complimentary cocktails Mon-Sat evenings. Complimentary High-Speed wireless internet. Complimentary Airport Shuttle. Can't wait to see you there.
There is no charge for this event. Donations are accepted.
Area Attractions:
Fox Cities Stadium 1/2 miles
Fox River Mall 1/4 miles
Houdini Museum 3 miles
Barlow Planetarium 5 miles
Fox Cities Performing Arts Center 3 miles

Group block of 10 NDD guest rooms as well @ the MTG rate of $89.00 / $99.00