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Axillary Nerve Dysfunction
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Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
Axillary nerve dysfunction is the lack of normal electrical transmission through the axillary nerve, which activates the shoulder muscles.
What are the causes and risks of the injury?
This type of injury usually occurs when the axillary nerve is stretched or pinched. The stretching or pinching is usually caused by a shoulder dislocation, surgery, or a bone fracture.