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

Erb's paralysis is caused by damage to the network of nerves in the arm, shoulder and hand. This can cause paralysis and other problems.

Medical negligence can result in this birth injury. It can result in an uneasy or rush delivery in particular when the baby's shoulder gets stuck during labour.

Causes

Most pregnancies and births go smoothly, but, on rare occasions something can go wrong. Hudgell Solicitors will help you should your child suffer from a disability caused by medical negligence such as Erb's Palsy.

Erb's palsy can be described as a weakness or paralysis of various degrees in the arm and shoulder that affects the brachial plexus nerves. These nerves transmit electrical signals to muscles, allowing them to move. Injuries to the brachial nerve can result in an inability to grip and move the affected hand.

There are several causes of Erb's palsy. Erb's palsy can be 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 frequent with certain risk factors, like gestational diabetes, and a large infant or baby. Shoulder dystocia is a medical emergency and it is important that doctors recognise this and understand how to react quickly to avoid complications for the baby. It can also be caused by the use of forceps or a vacuum extractor during labour or during an emergency Cesarean section.

Symptoms

Symptoms of Erb's palsy are a lack of movement in the affected arm or hand and a weak grip strength. Symptoms typically manifest about six to twelve months following birth.

The brachialplexus is a nerve network that runs from the spine to both sides of the neck. It controls movements and sensations of the fingers, arms, and hand. If they become damaged, the nerves could cause weakness or partial paralysis of the affected arm and hand.

It's usually caused by a medical error during childbirth, like the doctor pulling too hard to release a baby's head (shoulder dystocia). It could result from a violent delivery when the infant is held in a 'waiter's tippy position, which causes strain on the C5-C6 nerves in the upper trunk that form part of the brachial plexus.

Most infants who sustain an injury from a stretch recover within six to twelve months however, there are some cases that are severe enough to require surgical intervention by using a nerve graft repair the injured nerves. If the damaged nerves don't get repaired, a child could have permanent disabilities that limit their ability to move their arm.

Diagnosis

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

Symptoms are caused by injury to the brachial plexus, which innervates all the muscles of the upper limb, except for the trapezius. The injury usually affects the upper branches of nerves C5 or C6. Infrequently, it can also affect C7. This causes the classic Erb's syndrome which is a waiter's tips type hand that is unable to pronate or flex the forearm. In a few cases, damaged nerves can also cause Horner syndrome. It is manifested by the pupil drooping and a tightened face.

It is possible to bring an action for medical negligence during the birth that causes a child suffering from Erb's Palsy. This is because this condition is often caused by excessive force placed on the baby during the birth process. This can be caused by using forceps or ventouse (vacuum extraction) in a way that is not correct. It can also include the doctor not managing shoulder dystocia properly or deciding to do vaginal or breech birth in a situation where a caesarean birth would be more appropriate.

Treatment

The nerves that make up the brachial plexus manage movements and sensations in the hand and arm. If a baby is diagnosed with Erb's palsy it means the nerves have been damaged. Most babies recover in 6 to 12 months, however some have a permanent disability that affects movement and sensation in their arm.

Physical therapy is used to increase the range of motion. Passive exercises and stretching can be used to accomplish this. A physiotherapist can also suggest an extension splint, which can help with movement and prevent stiffness. In the case of severe cases, a graft of nerves may be needed to reconstruct damaged nerves.

A compensation claim can aid a child with Erb's Palsy live life to the maximum, and gain access to essential equipment as well as education and medical. If you think your child's Erb's Palsy was caused by an error in medical treatment during their birth, you could be able to make a claim for monetary damages.

Compensation

A successful lawsuit could award families financial compensation that will help with the cost of their child's treatment. It may also give them a sense justice and bring attention to medical professionals who could have prevented a brachial-plexus injury.

Settlements from the Erb's Palsy lawsuits can be used to pay for the cost of physiotherapy treatments for your child in addition to other treatments and equipment needed to aid their condition. You may also be able to receive compensation for any lost income or earnings due to the disability of your child.

If your child has been diagnosed with Erb's palsy and you suspect medical negligence played a role in this, it is imperative to contact an experienced lawyer for Erb's Palsy whenever you can. They can advise you on the best approach to take and make sure that all the necessary paperwork is filed prior to when any deadlines run out. This will give you the greatest chance of getting compensation. Our team of specialist erb's palsy lawyers can help you claim the highest amount of compensation that you are entitled to. This can help with the long-term cost of your child's disabilities and make sure that they have everything they need to lead a fulfilling, healthy life.