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

erb's palsy lawsuits Palsy is caused by damage to the nerve system in the arm, shoulder and hand. This can lead to paralysis and a range of other issues.

The birth injury could be the result of medical negligence. This birth injury is often caused by a difficult or rushed delivery.

Causes

Pregnancies and births generally are a breeze, but on the rare occasion something can go wrong. Hudgell Solicitors can help in the event that your child suffers a disability caused by medical negligence such as Erb's Palsy.

Erb's palsy is a weakness or paralysis that is varying in the shoulder and arm that affects the brachial plexus nerves. These nerves transmit electrical messages to the muscles to allow them to move. Injuries to the brachialplexus could 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 can be caused by shoulder dystocia which is a complication that occurs when the baby's head gets stuck over the mother's pubic bone. It is more frequent in women who have certain risk factors such as gestational diabetes and babies that are too big or overweight. Shoulder dystocia is an emergency medical situation. It is important for doctors to be aware of this and be aware of the best way to treat it to prevent complications. It can also happen by forceps, vacuum extractors, or an emergency Cesarean.

Symptoms

Symptoms of Erb's palsy include a lack of movement in the affected arm or hand and a weak grip. Typically, the symptoms begin to manifest within six to 12 months following birth.

The brachialplexus is a network of nerves that extends from the spine to both sides of the neck. It controls movement and sensation of the fingers, arms and hand. If damaged, these nerves, can cause weakness or partial paralysis of the affected arm and/or hand.

It is usually caused by medical mistakes during childbirth. For example doctors pulling on the baby's shoulder to hard (shoulder dystocia). It can also be caused when the baby is placed in the 'waiter tip' position during the delivery which places strain on the C5-C6 nerve system, which is part of the Brachial plexus.

Most infants who suffer an injury to their stretch 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 affected are not treated and rehabilitated, a child could suffer an indefinite disability that limits their ability to move their arm.

Diagnosis

There are a variety of treatments available for children suffering from Erb's Palsy however, the injury can not be fully repaired. Some infants are left with significant impairment and are unable to move their arm, hand or fingers.

The injury to the brachial-plexus, which is the nerve that innervates the upper limb muscles, with the exception of the trapezius results in symptoms. The injury is usually to the upper branches of nerves C5 or C6. Infrequently is it also affecting C7. This causes the classic Erb's Palsy sign, which is a hand that resembles a waiter's tip, unable to pronate nor extend the forearm. In a few cases, injured nerves also cause Horner's syndrome, which is a drooping of the pupil and a chin that is constricted.

It is possible to bring a claim for medical negligence in the birth process that results in an infant suffering from Erb's Palsy. This is because the condition is usually caused when excessive force is applied to the baby during birth. This can result from using forceps or ventouse (vacuum extraction) incorrectly. This could include a physician who is unable to manage shoulder dystocia properly, or decides to do the vaginal or breech birth when a caesarean birth would have been more suitable.

Treatment

The brachialplexus' nerves control the movement and feel of the hands and arms. If the baby is diagnosed with Erb's spalsy, this means the nerves have been damaged. The majority of babies recover within 6 to 12 months but some are left with an ongoing disability that affects movement and sensation in their arm.

Physical therapy is used to increase range of motion. Stretching and exercises for passive exercise can be utilized to achieve this. A physiotherapist may also recommend an extension splint which will aid in movement and reduce stiffness. Surgical intervention is often necessary in the most severe cases to repair damaged nerves by the use of a nerve graft.

A compensation claim can help a child who has Erb's Palsy live life to the fullest, and gain access to essential equipment education, care, and equipment. If you believe that your child's Erb's Palsy was caused by an error in medical care at the time of their birth, you might be able make a claim for monetary damages.

Compensation

A successful lawsuit may award families financial compensation for the treatment they received from their child. It can also bring them a sense of justice and call attention to medical professionals who might have prevented a brachial-plexus injury.

Settlements for Erb's-Palsy lawsuits can cover the cost of physical therapy, as well as any other treatments or equipment needed to help your child's condition. They may also reimburse you for any loss of income or earnings due to your child's disability.

It is recommended to contact an Erb's Palsy lawyer right away if you suspect that medical negligence is involved. They will be able to advise you on the most effective way to proceed and ensure that all documents are filed before any deadlines end. This will give you the greatest chance of securing compensation. Our team of specialized erb's palsy lawyers can help you obtain the maximum amount of compensation that you are entitled to. This can help with the long-term cost of your child's disability and ensure that they have everything they need to live a full, happy and healthy life.