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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 cause paralysis, as well as other problems.

The birth injury could be the result of medical negligence. This birth injury is typically caused by a difficult or rushed birth.

Causes

The majority of births and pregnancies go smoothly, however on the rare occasion something could go wrong. If your child was born with a disability caused by medical negligence, for instance Erb's palsy, Hudgell Solicitors can help you obtain compensation for their ongoing suffering.

Erb's Palsy is a weakness that can be varying in severity or even paralysis in the shoulder or arms, which affects the brachial nerves. These nerves send electrical messages to muscles, allowing them to move. Abrasions to the brachialplexus can cause a decline in the ability to move and grip the hand that is affected.

There are several causes of Erb's palsy. Erb's Palsy can be caused by shoulder dystocia which is a complication that occurs when the baby's skull gets stuck above the mother's pubic bone. This can be more common when there are certain risk factors, like gestational diabetes, and an infant or child who is large. Shoulder dystocia is a medical emergency and it is essential that doctors recognize this and understand how to react quickly to avoid complications for the baby. It can also be caused by the use of forceps or the use of a vacuum extractor during labor or during an emergency Cesarean section.

Signs and symptoms

Erb's Palsy is characterized by a lack in movement of the hand or arm affected, as well as a weak grip. Symptoms typically manifest six to twelve months after birth.

The brachialplexus is the name of a nerve system that runs from the spine to both sides of the neck. It regulates movements and sensations of the fingers, arm and hand. If they become damaged, the nerves can cause weakness or partial paralysis of the affected arm and hand.

It is often the result of medical errors during childbirth. For instance doctors pulling on the baby's shoulder to hard (shoulder dystocia). It can result from a violent birth, especially if the infant is placed in a 'waiter's point posture, which causes strain on the C5-C6 upper trunk nerves that are part of the brachial plexus.

The majority of infants who suffer from an injury to their stretch will recover within six to 12 months. However, some cases are so severe that they require surgical intervention to repair the nerves damaged. If the nerves that are damaged are not repaired, children may suffer from a permanent disability affecting their ability to move and use their arm.

Diagnosis

There are many treatments for children with Erb’s Palsy however, the damage cannot be fully repaired. Some infants are left with a significant impairment and are unable to move their arm, hand or fingers.

Symptoms are caused by injury to the brachial area which innervates all the muscles of the upper limb except for the trapezius. The injury is usually affecting the upper nerves C5 as well as C6. It is less likely to affect C7. This is the reason for the Erb's palsy sign, a waiter tip-like hand that is unable to pronate nor bend the forearm. In a few cases, injured nerves can also cause Horner's disease, a pupil that droops and a chin that is constricted.

You may be able to claim medical negligence in the event that your child suffers from Erb's Palsy due to the birth. This is because the condition can be caused by excessive force being applied to the baby during birth. This includes using a vacuum extraction (ventouse) or forceps improperly. This could be a result of a doctor who does not control shoulder dystocia correctly, or decides to give birth via vaginal or breech birth when a caesarean section would be more appropriate.

Treatment

The brachialplexus' nerves regulate movement and sensation in the hands and arm. If a baby's diagnosis is as having Erb's Palsy, it means that the nerves are injured. The majority of babies recover within 6 to 12 months but some are left with an indefinite disability that limits the movement and sensation of their arm.

Treatment is focused on physical therapy that seeks to improve the range of motion of the injured arm. Stretching and passive exercises can be used to achieve this. A physiotherapist can also recommend a specialist extension splint to aid in movement and help prevent stiffness. In the most severe cases, a nerve graft could be required to repair damaged nerves.

A compensation claim can help a child who has Erb's Palsy live life to its fullest and gain access to the essential equipment education, medical care, and other. If you believe that your child's condition is the result of an unintentional medical error at the time of their birth, you may be eligible to submit an Erb's Palsy claim for financial damages.

Compensation

A successful lawsuit could award families financial compensation to help fund their child's medical treatment. It can also give them an understanding of justice and bring attention to medical professionals who could have prevented a brachial-plexus injury.

Settlements for Erb's-Palsy lawsuits can pay for physical therapy as well as other treatments or equipment required to support your child's condition. They also offer compensation for any loss of income or earnings due to your child's disability.

If your child is diagnosed with erb's palsy, and you suspect that medical negligence may have been the reason it is essential to speak with an experienced Erb's palsy lawyer as soon as possible. They will be able to provide guidance on how to proceed and ensure that all paperwork is filed on time. This will give you the greatest chance of getting compensation. Our team of specialist erb's palsy lawyers can help you obtain the maximum amount of compensation that you are entitled to. This will help you pay for the long-term expenses of your child's disabilities and ensure that they are provided with everything they need to live a fulfilling life.