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

Erb's palsy can cause an injury to the network of nerves in the shoulder, arm and hand. This can result in paralysis as well as other problems.

This birth injury can be the result of medical negligence. It often links to the birth process being rushed or difficult, especially when the baby's shoulders get stuck during labor.

Causes

Most pregnancies and births go well but, on rare occasions something goes wrong. If your child was born with a disability that was caused by medical negligence, like Erb's palsy, Hudgell Solicitors can help you seek compensation for their ongoing suffering.

Erb's palsy is a condition that causes weakness or paralysis of various degrees in the arm and shoulder affected by the brachial nerves. These nerves are responsible for transmitting electrical messages to the muscles to allow them move. Injuries to the brachialplexus could cause a decline in the ability to move and grip the affected hand.

Erb's Palsy can be caused by a variety of factors. It is often caused by shoulder dystocia as a result of labour that occurs when the baby's head is stuck above the pubic bone of the mother's. It is more frequent in women with certain risk factors, such as gestational diabetics, as well as babies that are too big or overweight. Shoulder dystocia is a medical emergency, and it is imperative to recognize this and understand how to react quickly to avoid complications for the baby. It can also happen if you use forceps, vacuum extractors or have an emergency Cesarean.

Signs and symptoms

Erb's spalsy is identified by a lack in movement of the hand or arm affected, as well as a weak grip. Typically, symptoms manifest within six to 12 months after birth.

The brachialplexus is a nerve network which runs from the spine to both sides of the neck. It regulates motion and sensation of the fingers, arm, and hand. These nerves, if damaged can cause weakness and partial paralysis of the affected arm and/or hand.

It's often caused by an error made by a doctor during childbirth, such as a doctor pulling too hard to release the baby's head (shoulder dystocia). It can also be caused when the baby is placed in the 'waiter' position during birth which places strain on the C5-C6 nerve system that forms part of the Brachial plexus.

Most infants who suffer an injury to their stretch will recover within six to 12 months. However there are cases that are so severe that they require surgery to repair the damaged nerves. If the nerves affected are not treated the child may suffer a permanent disability that affects their ability to move their arm.

Diagnosis

There are many treatments for children with Erb’s Palsy, but the injury cannot be completely repaired. Some infants suffer from a significant impairment and are unable to move their arm, hand or fingers.

The damage to the brachial-plexus which is the nerve that innervates the upper limb muscles, excluding the trapezius, creates symptoms. The most common injury is to the upper trunks of nerves C5 and C6. Less frequently is it possible to affect C7. This causes the classic Erb's Palsy sign which is a waiter's tips type hand that is unable to pronate or bend the forearm. In some instances, damaged nerves can also cause Horner syndrome. This is characterized by pupils that are drooping as well as a constricted face.

It is possible to make a claim for medical negligence during the birth process that results in the child being diagnosed with Erb's Palsy. This is because this condition is usually caused by the excessive force that is imposed on the baby during the birth process. This can be caused by using the vacuum extraction (ventouse) or forceps improperly. This can include a doctor who is unable to manage shoulder dystocia correctly or decides to have a vaginal or breech birth when a caesarean delivery would be more suitable.

Treatment

The nerves of the brachialplexus control sensation and movement in the arm and hands. If a baby's diagnosis is as having Erb's Palsy, it means that the nerves have been injured. Most babies recover in 6 to 12 months but some are left with an ongoing disability that affects the movement and sensation of their arm.

Physical therapy can be used to improve range of motion. Stretching and passive exercises can be utilized to achieve this. A physiotherapist may also recommend an extension splint, which can aid in movement and avoid stiffness. Surgery is sometimes required in severe cases to repair damaged nerves with a nerve graft.

A compensation claim can help a child suffering from Erb's Palsy live life to its fullest, and gain access to essential equipment education, medical care, and other. If you think your child's Erb's Palsy was the result of an error in medical care during their birth, you might be able file a claim for financial damages.

Compensation

A successful lawsuit can provide families with financial compensation for the treatment of their child. It could also give them satisfaction and call attention to medical professionals who might have prevented a brachial-plexus injury.

Erb's palsy lawsuit settlements can be used to pay for the costs of physiotherapy for your child and other treatments and equipment required to aid their condition. You may also be compensated for any lost 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 can give you advice on how to proceed and make sure that all paperwork is filed on time. This will give you the highest chance of success in getting compensation. Our team of erb's-palsy specialists will assist you in getting the maximum amount of compensation to which you are entitled. This can help with the long-term cost of your child's disability and ensure that they have everything they require to live a happy, healthy life.