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Hudgell Solicitors Can Help You Make an Erb's Palsy Claim Erb's palsy can cause damage to the nerve system in the arm, shoulder and hand. It can lead to paralysis, as well as other problems. Medical negligence could cause this birth injury. The birth injury is usually due to a challenging or rushed delivery. Causes Most pregnancies and births go well however, on the rare occasion something can go wrong. If your child was born with a disability caused by medical negligence, such as Erb's palsy, Hudgell Solicitors can help you seek compensation for their ongoing suffering. Erb's Palsy is a weakness of various degrees or paralysis of the shoulder and arms, which affects the brachial nerves. These nerves are responsible for sending electrical messages to the muscles in order to enable them to move. Abrasions to the brachialplexus can result in the inability to move and grasp the hand affected by the injury. Erb's Palsy can be caused by a range of factors. Erb's palsy is often caused by shoulder Dystocia, which is a complication that occurs when the baby's skull gets stuck above the mother’s pubic bone. It is more common in women who have certain risk factors, such as gestational diabetics and large infants or babies. Shoulder dystocia is an emergency medical situation. It is important for doctors to recognize this and be aware of the best way to treat it to avoid complications. It can also be caused when you use forceps, vacuum extractors or have an emergency Cesarean. erb's palsy lawsuit skokie Erb's palsy symptoms include a lack in movement in the affected hand or arm and a weak grip strength. Symptoms typically manifest six to twelve months after the birth. The brachial plexus is a network of nerves that run from the spine to both sides of the neck, managing motion and sensation in the hand, arm and fingers. If damaged, these nerves may cause weakness or partial paralysis of the affected arm and/or hand. It is often caused by birth-related medical errors. For example doctors pulling on the baby's shoulder too much (shoulder dystocia). It can also occur when the baby is placed in the 'waiter' tip position during birth which places strain on the upper-trunk C5-C6 nervous system that forms part of the Brachial Plexus. The majority of infants who sustain injuries to their limbs recover within six to twelve months however, there are some cases that are severe enough to require surgery by using a nerve graft repair the nerves that have been injured. If the nerves affected are not repaired, then a child may have a permanent disability affecting their ability to move and use their arm. Diagnosis For children who suffer from Erb's Palsy there are a number of treatments to lessen the effects, however the injury can never be fully repaired. Some children are left with a significant impairment and are unable to move their arm, hand or fingers. The damage to the brachial-plexus which is responsible for the innervation of the upper limb muscles except the trapezius, creates symptoms. The injury usually affects the upper trunk of nerves C5 and C6 but less often affects C7. This is the reason for the Erb's palsy sign, a waiter tip-like hand which is unable to pronate or stretch the forearm. In some cases, the nerves that are injured can cause Horner's syndrome, a pupils that are drooping, and a constricted chin. It is possible to make a claim for medical negligence in a birth that leads to the child being diagnosed with Erb's Palsy. This is because this condition is often caused by excessive force being imposed on the baby during the delivery process. This could include using forceps or ventouse (vacuum extraction) incorrectly. This could include a doctor who is unable to manage shoulder dystocia properly, or decides to give birth via a vaginal or breech birth when a caesarean section would be more appropriate. Treatment The brachialplexus nerves control the movement and feel of the arm and hands. If you find a baby with Erb's palsy it means the nerves have been injured. Most babies recover in 6 to 12 months, however some suffer from a permanent disability that limits movement and sensation in their arm. Physical therapy is used to increase the range of motion. Stretching and exercises for passive exercise can be used to achieve this. A physiotherapist may also recommend an extension splint that will assist in movement and help prevent stiffness. Surgical intervention is often necessary in the most severe cases to repair damaged nerves with the nerve graft. A claim for compensation can aid a child suffering from an Erb's Palsy injury live their life to the fullest, and access essential equipment, education, and assistance. If you think that your child's illness was caused by an error in medical care during their birth, then you might be able to file an Erb's Palsy claim for damages in the form of money. Compensation A successful lawsuit may award families financial compensation to pay for their child's treatment. It can also help them feel the feeling of justice and make medical professionals aware of who could have prevented a brachial-plexus injury. Settlements for Erb's-Palsy lawsuits can pay for physiotherapy in addition to any other treatments or equipment needed to aid your child's needs. They also offer compensation for any loss of income or earnings because of your child's disability. It is recommended to contact an Erb's palsy lawyer as soon as you suspect that medical negligence was involved. They can provide you with suggestions on how to proceed and ensure that all paperwork is filed in time. This will increase your chances of obtaining compensation. Our team of expert Erb's palsy lawyers will help you claim the highest amount of compensation that you are entitled to. This will help you pay for the long-term expenses of your child's disability and ensure that they have everything they require to live a full and happy life.