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

Erb’s Palsy is caused due to damage to the nerve system in the arm, shoulder and hand. It can cause paralysis, as well as other problems.

This birth injury can be the result of medical negligence. It can result in an uneasy or rush delivery, especially when the baby’s shoulders are stuck during labor.

Causes

On rare occasions there are occasions when things be a mess. Hudgell Solicitors will help you when your child suffers from a disability that was caused by medical malpractice like Erb’s palsy.

Erb’s Palsy is a condition of various degrees or paralysis in the shoulder and arms, which affects the brachial nerves. These nerves are responsible for transmitting electrical signals to muscles to allow them move. Injury to the brachial plexus can cause an inability to grip and move the affected hand.

There are many causes of Erb’s Palsy. Erb’s syndrome can be caused by shoulder dystocia, which is a condition that occurs when the baby’s skull becomes stuck over the mother’s pubic bone. It is more frequent with certain risk factors like gestational diabetes, and an infant or child who is large. Shoulder dystocia could be an emergency medical situation. It is important for doctors to be aware of this and be aware of the best way to treat it to prevent complications. It can also occur by forceps, vacuum extractors, or an emergency Cesarean.

Signs and symptoms

The symptoms of Erb’s Palsy are a lack of movement in the affected arm or hand and weak grip strength. Typically, the symptoms begin to manifest in the six to 12 months after the birth.

The brachialplexus nerve system that connects the spine to both sides of the neck. It regulates movement and sensation of the arm, fingers and hand. If they become damaged, the nerves can lead to weakness or partial paralysis in the affected hand and arm.

It’s typically caused by a medical error 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’ position during delivery, which puts strain on the C5-C6 upper trunk nerve system, which is part of the Brachial plexus.

The majority of infants who suffer from an injury to their stretch will recover in six to 12 months. However there are cases that are so severe that they require surgery to repair the damaged nerves. If the nerves that are damaged are not repaired and rehabilitated, a child could suffer a permanent disability that affects their ability to move their arm.

Diagnosis

There are a variety of treatments available for children suffering from Erb’s Palsy however, the injury is not fully healed. Some infants are left with a significant disability and cannot move their hands, arms or fingers.

The injury to the brachial-plexus which is responsible for the innervation of the upper limb muscles, with the exception of the trapezius results in symptoms. The injury usually affects the upper nerves C5 as well as C6. It is less likely to affect C7. This results in the classic sign of Erb’s palsy which is a waiter’s tips type hand that is unable pronate or flex the forearm. In a few cases, nerves damaged may also result in Horner syndrome. It is manifested by an elongated pupil and tightened face.

You can file a claim for medical negligence when your child is suffering from Erb’s Palsy due to the birth. This is because the condition is usually caused by excessive force placed on the baby during the delivery process. This includes using the vacuum extraction (ventouse) or forceps improperly. It can also mean doctors not managing shoulder dystocia appropriately or opting to have vaginal or breech birth when a more conventional caesarean delivery would have been more appropriate.

Treatment

The nerves of the brachialplexus control sensation and movement in the hands and arm. If a baby is diagnosed with Erb’s Palsy it signifies that the nerves have been injured. The majority of babies recover within 6 to 12 months, however there are some who suffer from a permanent impairment that restricts movement and feeling in their arm.

The treatment is centered around physical therapy that seeks to increase the range of motion in the injured arm. This can be done in different ways, such as stretching exercises, as well as passive exercises. A physiotherapist may also recommend an extension splint which will help with movement and prevent stiffness. Surgery may be necessary in the most severe cases to reconstruct damaged nerves through a nerve graft.

A compensation claim can aid a child with Erb’s Palsy live life to its fullest, and have access to the essential equipment as well as education and medical. If you believe that your child’s Palsy was caused by an error in medical treatment at the time of their birth, you might be able make a claim for monetary damages.

Compensation

A successful lawsuit can be able to award families financial compensation in exchange for the treatment of their child. It can also bring them an awareness of justice and draw attention to medical professionals who might have prevented a brachial plexus injury.

Settlements in Erb’s Palsy lawsuits can cover the cost of physical therapy as well as other treatments or equipment needed to aid your child’s needs. You may also be compensated for any loss of income or earnings due to the disability of your child.

If your child has been diagnosed with Erb’s palsy and you suspect that medical negligence may have been the reason, it is important to get in touch with an experienced lawyer who specializes in Erb’s Palsy as soon as possible. They can offer suggestions on how you can proceed and ensure that all paperwork is filed in time. This will give you the best chance of success in getting compensation. Our team of specialized erb’s palsy lawyers can help you claim the maximum amount of compensation that you are entitled to. This can help you deal with the long-term expenses of your child’s disabilities and ensure that they have everything they need to lead a happy, healthy life.