Evidence-based recommendations on free-functioning gracilis transfer to restore upper limb function in brachial plexus injury in adults. This involves a piece of hamstring muscle and its nerve and blood supply (free-functioning gracilis) being taken from the inner thigh, transferred to the arm and joined to the damaged nerve.

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