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

Erb's Palsy is caused by nerve damage in the arm, shoulder and hand. This can cause paralysis and other issues.

This birth injury can be caused by medical negligence. It is often linked to an uneasy or rushed birth particularly when the baby's shoulder gets stuck during labor.

Causes

In rare cases, things 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 claim compensation for their ongoing suffering.

Erb's palsy can be described as a weakness or paralysis in varying degrees within the shoulder and arm, affecting the brachial plexus nerves. These nerves are responsible for transmitting electrical signals to muscles to allow them move. Abrachial plexus injury could result in a loss of ability to grip and move the hand that is affected.

There are a variety of causes of Erb's syndrome. It is often caused by shoulder dystocia, a complication of labour that occurs when the baby's head is stuck above the mother's pubic bone. It is more frequent in women with risk factors such as gestational diabetics and large babies or infants. Shoulder dystocia is a medical emergency, and it is important that doctors are aware of this and know how to react quickly to avoid complications for the baby. It could also occur if you use forceps, vacuum extractors, or an emergency Cesarean.

Signs and symptoms

The symptoms of Erb's Palsy include a lack of motion in the affected hand or arm and weak grip strength. Symptoms typically manifest within six to twelve months of birth.

The brachialplexus is a network of nerves which runs from the spine to both sides of the neck. It regulates motion and sensation of the fingers, arm, and hand. If they are damaged, these nerves can lead to weakness or partial paralysis of the affected hand and arm.

It's often caused by an error in medical care during childbirth, like a doctor pulling too hard to free the baby's head (shoulder dystocia). It could also occur when the baby is placed in the 'waiter' tip position during delivery which places strain on the C5-C6 upper trunk nerve system that is part of the Brachial plexus.

Most infants who suffer from a stretch injury recover within six to twelve months however, there are some cases that are severe enough to require surgical intervention by using a nerve graft fix the damaged nerves. If the nerves affected do not get repaired and rehabilitated, a child could suffer a permanent disability that affects their ability to move their arm.

Diagnosis

There are a variety of treatment options for children suffering from Erb's Palsy however, the damage is not fully healed. Some children are left with a significant disability and cannot move their arm, hand or fingers.

The symptoms result from injury to the brachial plexus which innervates all the muscles of the upper limb with the exception for the trapezius. The injury usually affects the upper nerves C5 & C6 but less frequently affects C7. This is the reason for the Erb's-Palsy sign, a waiter tip-like hand which is unable to pronate or extend the forearm. In a few cases, nerves are damaged and can result in Horner syndrome. This is characterized by pupils that are drooping as well as a tightened face.

It is possible to file a claim for medical negligence at the time of a birth that leads to the child being diagnosed with Erb's Palsy. This is because the condition is typically caused by excessive force applied to the baby during delivery. This can be caused by using the vacuum extraction (ventouse) or forceps improperly. It could also be doctors not managing shoulder dystocia properly or opting to have vaginal birth or breech when a caesarean section earlier would be more appropriate.

Treatment

The brachialplexus nerves control the movement and feel of the hands and arms. If you find a baby with Erb's Palsy, it means the nerves have been damaged. Most babies recover in 6 to 12 months, but some suffer from a permanent disability that affects movement and sensation in their arm.

The treatment is centered around physical therapy, which is designed to improve the range of motion of the injured arm. This can be accomplished in a variety of ways including passive exercises and stretching. A physiotherapist might also suggest an extension splint specifically designed to aid in the movement and reduce stiffness. Surgical intervention may be required in severe cases to repair damaged nerves by the nerve graft.

A compensation claim can aid a child with Erb's Palsy live life to its fullest, and gain access to essential equipment as well as education and medical. If you think your child's Erb's Palsy was the result of an error in medical care at the time of their birth, you may be able to file a claim for financial damages.

Compensation

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

Erb's palsy lawsuit settlements can help cover the cost of physiotherapy treatments for your child in addition to other treatments and equipment needed to treat their condition. You could also receive compensation for any lost income or earnings due to the impairment of your child.

If your child was diagnosed with erb's palsy and you suspect medical negligence was the cause in this, it is imperative to get in touch with an experienced Erb's palsy lawyer as soon as you can. They can advise you on the most effective way to proceed and ensure that all required paperwork is filed before any deadlines expire. This increases your chances of obtaining compensation. Our team of expert erb's palsy lawyers can help you claim the highest amount of compensation you're entitled to. This can help you with the long-term costs of your child's disability and ensure that they have everything they require to lead a fulfilling, healthy life.