Simini Boards Cast

Nerve Injuries in Ortho: When to Fix, When to Wait

Simini Podcasts Season 1 Episode 32

In this episode of BoardsCast, we examine what happens when nerves are involved in orthopedic injury — and how to determine whether to explore, repair, or wait for recovery.

You’ll learn:

  • The classifications of nerve injury: neuropraxia, axonotmesis, neurotmesis
  • What clinical signs suggest functional recovery — and which don’t
  • How to manage radial nerve injuries in humeral fractures
  • Timing of exploration vs. conservative monitoring
  • Surgical nerve repair principles: tension, orientation, grafting
  • Prognosis, timelines, and pitfalls to avoid during fracture stabilization near neurovascular bundles

Whether you’re facing a dropped paw, an absent withdrawal, or an iatrogenic complication, this episode gives you a practical roadmap for decision-making.

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