Neglected Spinal Cord , Brain Stem and Musculoskeletal

Objective: A review of the medical literature was undertaken to determine cause, diagnosis, prognosis, treatment and prevention of injuries resulting from birth trauma. The primary focus was the neonate, though infant, child and adult were also considered because the effects of birth trauma can be life-long. Data Source: A compilation of case studies and re view articles were extracted from numerous "MED LINE" literature searches. Key Terms included: Birth Trauma, Central Nervous System Injuries, Musculo skeletal Injuries, Stillbirth, Sudden Infant Death Syn drome (SIDS), Cerebral Palsy, Brachial Plexus Palsies (Erb's and Klumpke's), Neonatal-Infantile Respiratory Distress, Obstetric Accidents (Forceps, Vacuum Cup and Cesarean Deliveries), Subluxation, Chiropractic Treatment. American, British, Danish and German studies were included to show the universality of the problem. Study Selection: Findings were selected on the basis of a clear connection between birth trauma and the resulting symptoms, syndromes and/or death.