15 Erb's Palsy Case Benefits Everyone Needs To Know

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Hudgell Solicitors Can Help You Make an Erb's Palsy Claim

Erb's palsy is caused by damage to the nerve system in the arm, shoulder and hand. It can lead to paralysis as well as a variety of other issues.

This birth injury can be the result of medical negligence. The birth injury is usually caused by a difficult or premature delivery.

Causes

Most pregnancies and births are a breeze, but, on rare occasions something can go wrong. If your child was born with a disability caused by medical negligence, for instance Erb's palsy, Hudgell Solicitors can help you seek compensation for their ongoing suffering.

Erb's palsy is a condition that causes weakness or paralysis of varying degrees in the arm and shoulder and affecting the brachial nerves. These nerves are responsible for transmitting electrical messages to the muscles to allow them to move. Injury to the brachial plexus may result in the inability to grasp and move the hand affected.

There are several reasons for Erb's palsy. It can be caused by shoulder dystocia which is a complication of labour that occurs when the baby's skull gets stuck above the mother's pubic bone. It is more frequent with certain risk factors such as gestational diabetes or an infant or baby who is too large. Shoulder dystocia is a medical emergency, and it is crucial to recognize this and are able to react quickly to avoid complications for the baby. It can also be caused by the use of forceps or an extractor vacuum during labour or even by having an emergency Cesarean section.

Symptoms

Erb's palsy symptoms include a lack of movement in the affected hand or arm and weak grip strength. Usually, the symptoms appear within 6 to 12 months after birth.

The brachialplexus is a nerve network that runs from the spine to both sides of the neck. It regulates movements and sensations of the arm, fingers and hand. These nerves, if damaged may cause weakness or partial paralysis of the affected arm or hand.

It's usually the result of an error in medical care during childbirth, such as doctors pulling too hard to free a baby's head (shoulder dystocia). It can also be caused when the baby is placed in the 'waiter' tip position during the delivery, which puts strain on the C5-C6 upper trunk nerve system, which forms part of the Brachial Plexus.

Most infants who sustain an injury from a stretch recover within six to twelve months in most cases, with the exception of cases that are severe enough to require surgery using a nerve graft to restore the injured nerves. If the damaged nerves are not repaired, a child could have permanent disabilities that limit their ability to move their arm.

Diagnosis

There are a variety of treatment options for children suffering from Erb's Palsy however, the injury can not be fully repaired. Some infants suffer from a significant impairment and are unable to move their hands, arms or fingers.

The injury to the brachial-plexus, which is responsible for the innervation of the upper limb muscles except the trapezius, creates symptoms. The injury is usually to the upper trunks of nerves C5 and C6. However is it also affecting C7. This is the most common Erb's palsy sign the waiter's tip hand that cannot pronate, or flex the forearm. In some cases, the nerves that are injured can cause Horner's syndrome, a pupils that are drooping, and a constricted chin.

You can claim medical negligence If your child has Erb's Palsy due to the birth. This is because this condition is often caused by excessive force being imposed on the baby during the birth process. This can include using forceps or a ventouse (vacuum extraction) in a way that is not correct. This could be a result of a doctor who isn't able to treat shoulder dystocia properly or decides to do a vaginal or breech birth when a caesarean would be more appropriate.

Treatment

The brachialplexus's nerves control the movement and feel of the arm and hands. When a baby is diagnosed with Erb's Palsy it signifies that the nerves have been injured. Most babies recover in 6 to 12 months however some are left with an ongoing disability that affects movement and sensation in their arm.

Treatment is focused on physical therapy, which is designed to improve the range of motion of the injured arm. Passive exercises and stretching can be utilized to achieve this. A physiotherapist may also suggest a specialist extension splint to assist with the movement and reduce stiffness. Surgical intervention may be necessary in the most severe cases to reconstruct damaged nerves through the use of a nerve graft.

A claim for compensation may aid a child suffering from an Erb's Palsy injury live their life to the fullest, and access essential equipment, treatment, and support. If you believe your child's condition was the result of a medical mistake at birth, you could be eligible to make an Erb's Palsy claim for damages in the form of money.

Compensation

A successful lawsuit can award families financial compensation to help pay for their child's treatment. It can also give them the feeling of justice and draw attention to medical professionals who could have prevented a brachial plexus injury.

Erb's palsy lawsuit settlements can be used to pay for the cost of physiotherapy treatments for your child and other treatments and equipment needed to support their condition. They also can compensate you for any loss of earnings or income due to the disability of your child.

If your child was diagnosed with erb's palsy and you suspect that medical negligence was the cause, it is important to speak with an experienced lawyer for Erb's Palsy as soon as you can. They can assist you in the most effective way to proceed and ensure that all required paperwork is filed before deadlines end. This will give you the highest chance of success in securing compensation. Our team of specialist erb's palsy lawyers can help you get the maximum amount of compensation you are entitled to. This can help with the long-term costs of your child's disabilities and make sure that they have everything they need to live a full, happy and healthy life.

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