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

Erb's paralysis is caused by an injury to the nerve system in the shoulder, arm and hand. This can cause paralysis and other issues.

The birth injury could be caused by medical negligence. It is often linked to a challenging or rushed delivery, especially when the baby's shoulders become stuck during labor.

Causes

In rare circumstances, things can happen to go wrong. If your child was born with a disability caused by medical negligence, like Erb's palsy, Hudgell Solicitors can help you seek compensation for the ongoing suffering.

Erb's palsy is a condition that causes weakness or paralysis that is varying in the arm and shoulder and affecting the brachial nerves. These nerves transmit electrical signals to muscles to allow them move. Brachialplexus injuries can cause the hand to be unable to move and grip the hand that is affected.

Erb's Palsy can be caused by a range of causes. It could be caused by shoulder dystocia which is a complication of labour that happens when the baby's head gets stuck above the pubic bone of the mother's. It is more prevalent in women who have certain risk factors, such as gestational diabetics and babies that are too big or overweight. Shoulder dystocia is a medical emergency, and it is crucial that doctors are aware of this and are able to respond swiftly to avoid complications for the baby. It can also be caused by forceps or vacuum extractors or emergency Cesarean.

Signs and symptoms

Erb's palsy symptoms are a lack of movement in the affected hand or arm and a weak grip strength. The symptoms usually manifest six to twelve months after birth.

The brachialplexus nerve system that runs from the spine to both sides of the neck. It controls motion and sensation of the fingers, arm, and hand. If damaged, these nerves could cause weakness or Erb's Palsy partial paralysis of the affected arm or hand.

It is usually caused by medical errors that occur during childbirth. For example, a doctor pulling on the baby's shoulders too hard (shoulder dystocia). It can also happen when the baby is placed in the 'waiter tip' position during birth, which puts strain on the upper trunk C5-C6 nervous system, which forms part of the Brachial Plexus.

Most infants who suffer a stretch injury will recover in six to 12 months. However there are cases that are so severe that they require surgery to repair the nerves damaged. If the nerves that are damaged are not repaired, the child may be left with a permanent disability affecting their ability to move and use their arm.

Diagnosis

There are several treatments for children suffering from Erb's Palsy however, the damage is not fully healed. Some infants have a significant disability and are unable move their arm, hand or fingers.

The injury to the brachial plexus, which is responsible for the innervation of the upper limb muscles except the trapezius, causes symptoms. The injury typically affects the upper nerves C5 & C6 and less frequently affects C7. This results in the classical Erb's Palsy sign, a waiter's tip type hand that is unable pronate or bend the forearm. In a few cases, nerves are damaged and can result in Horner syndrome. This is characterized by the pupil drooping and a constricted face.

You can 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 could include using forceps or ventouse (vacuum extraction) incorrectly. It could also be doctors not managing shoulder dystocia correctly or opting to have an breech or vaginal birth when an earlier caesarean section would have been more suitable.

Treatment

The brachialplexus nerves control sensation and movement in the arm and hands. When a baby is diagnosed with Erb's Palsy it means that the nerves have been injured. Most babies recover in 6 to 12 months, but some have a permanent disability that affects movement and sensation in their arm.

Physical therapy is used to improve range of motion. Passive exercises and stretching can be used to achieve this. A physiotherapist could also recommend an extension splint which will assist in movement and help prevent stiffness. Surgery is sometimes required in extreme cases to repair damaged nerves using a nerve graft.

A claim for compensation may help a child suffering from an Erb's Palsy injury live their life to the fullest, and access essential equipment, care, education and assistance. If you believe that your child's Erb's Palsy was the result of an error in medical care during their birth, you might be able make a claim for monetary damages.

Compensation

A successful lawsuit may award families financial compensation to with the cost of their child's treatment. It could also give them the feeling of justice and make medical professionals aware of who might have prevented a brachial nerve injury.

Settlements in the Erb's palsy lawsuit can assist in covering the cost of physiotherapy for your child and other treatments and equipment needed to aid their condition. You may also be able to receive compensation for any loss of income or earnings due to the impairment of your child.

It is recommended to contact an Erb's Palsy lawyer immediately if you suspect that medical negligence was the cause. They will be able to provide guidance on how to proceed and make sure that all paperwork is filed in time. This will give you the highest chance of securing compensation. Our team of specialist lawyers for erb's palsy can help you claim the maximum amount of compensation you're entitled to. This can help with the long-term expenses of your child's handicap and ensure that they have everything they require to live a full, happy and healthy life.