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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. This can cause paralysis and other issues.

Medical negligence can result in this birth injury. This birth injury is usually linked to a difficult or rushed birth.

Causes

Most pregnancies and births go smoothly, however on the rare occasion something can go wrong. If your child was born with a disability that was 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 causes paralysis of various degrees in the shoulder and arm that affects the brachial plexus nerves. These nerves transmit electrical signals to muscles, which allow them to move. Abrachial plexus injury may result in the inability to grip and move the hand that is affected.

Erb's Palsy can be caused by a range of causes. 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 in 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 imperative 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 even by having an emergency Cesarean section.

Symptoms

Erb's Palsy is characterised by a lack of movement of the hand or arm affected and a weak grip. Typically, the symptoms begin to manifest within six to 12 months after the birth.

The brachial plexus is a network of nerves that run from the spine and down both sides of the neck, managing movement and sensation in the arm, hand and fingers. When these nerves are damaged, they may cause weakness or partial paralysis of the affected arm or hand.

It's typically caused by an error in medical care during childbirth, such as an unintentional pull by a doctor to release the baby's head (shoulder dystocia). It can also occur when the baby is placed in the 'waiter' tip position during the delivery, which puts strain on the C5-C6 nerve system, which forms part of the Brachial Plexus.

Most infants who suffer from an injury to their stretch will recover within six to 12 months in most cases, with the exception of cases that are severe enough to require surgery by using a nerve graft fix the damaged nerves. If the nerves that are damaged are not repaired, then a child may have an ongoing disability that impacts their ability to move and use their arm.

Diagnosis

For children who suffer from Erb's Palsy there are a number of treatments that can reduce the impact, but the injury can never be fully repaired. Some infants are left with significant disability and cannot move their arm, hand or fingers.

The damage to the brachial-plexus which is responsible for the innervation of the upper limb muscles, excluding the trapezius, can cause symptoms. The injury is usually affecting the upper nerves C5 as well as C6 and less frequently affects C7. This causes the classic Erb's palsy sign the waiter's tip hand that is unable pronate or bend the forearm. In some cases, the nerves damaged may also result in Horner syndrome. It is manifested by pupils that are drooping as well as a constricted face.

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

Treatment

The nerves of the brachial plexus control movements and sensations in the arm and hand. If a baby is diagnosed as having the condition Erb's - it indicates that the nerves have been injured. The majority of babies recover within six to 12 months. However, some are left with permanent disabilities that limit the movement and sensation of their arm.

Physical therapy can be used to increase the range of motion. It can be done in different ways, such as stretching exercises that are passive and. A physiotherapist can also suggest an extension splint specifically designed to help with movement and help prevent stiffness. Surgery is sometimes required in extreme cases to repair damaged nerves using the nerve graft.

A claim for compensation can assist a child suffering an Erb's Palsy injury live life to the fullest and have access to essential equipment, care, education and support. If you suspect that your child's condition is the result of an error made by a doctor at the time of their birth, you might be able to submit an Erb's Palsy claim for damages in the form of money.

Compensation

A successful lawsuit could award families financial compensation that will help fund their child's medical treatment. It can also help them feel the feeling of justice and call attention to medical professionals who might have prevented a brachial nerve injury.

Settlements from the Erb's Palsy lawsuits will help pay for the costs of physiotherapy sessions for your child in addition to other treatments and equipment needed to treat their condition. You could also be compensated for any loss of income or earnings resulting from 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 essential to contact an experienced lawyer who specializes in Erb's Palsy as soon as possible. They can provide you with advice on how to proceed and make sure that all paperwork is filed on time. This will increase your chances of obtaining compensation. Our team of specialized Erb's palsy lawyers will help you get the maximum amount of compensation that you are entitled to. This can help you deal with the long-term costs associated with your child's disabilities and ensure that they have everything they require to lead a happy, healthy life.