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

Erb's paralysis is caused by an injury to the nerve network in the arm, shoulder and hand. This can lead to paralysis and other problems.

Medical negligence can lead to this birth injury. This birth injury is often linked to a difficult or rushed birth.

Causes

In rare instances, things can go wrong. If your child was born with a disability that was caused by medical negligence, such as Erb's palsy, Hudgell Solicitors can help you claim compensation for their ongoing suffering.

Erb's palsy is a weakness or paralysis in varying degrees within the shoulder and arm and affecting the brachial nerves. These nerves transmit electrical signals to muscles to allow them to move. Abrachial plexus injury may result in the inability to grip and move the hand affected.

There are a variety of causes of Erb's palsy. It is often caused by shoulder dystocia which is a complication of labour that occurs when the baby's head gets stuck above the pubic bone of the mother's. This is more likely with certain risk factors, such as gestational diabetes and an infant or child who is large. Shoulder dystocia can be an emergency medical situation. It is important for doctors to be aware of this and be aware of what to do to avoid complications. It can also be caused by the use of forceps or an extractor vacuum during labour or through an emergency Cesarean section.

Signs and symptoms

Symptoms of Erb's palsy include a lack of movement in the affected hand or arm and weak grip strength. Typically, symptoms manifest within 6 to 12 months after birth.

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

It's usually the result of the medical error that occurs during childbirth, for example the doctor pulling too hard to free the baby's head (shoulder dystocia). It can also occur when the baby is placed in the 'waiter' tip position during the delivery which places strain on the upper trunk C5-C6 nervous system that is part of the Brachial plexus.

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

Diagnosis

For children suffering from Erb's Palsy there are a variety of treatments to lessen the effects, but the damage will never be fully healed. Some infants suffer from a significant disability and are unable to move their arm, hand, or fingers.

The injury to the brachial-plexus which innervates the upper leg muscles, with the exception of the trapezius causes symptoms. The injury usually affects the upper nerves C5 & C6 but less often affects C7. This is the most common sign of Erb's palsy the waiter's tip hand that is unable pronate or extend the forearm. In certain cases, nerves that are damaged can cause Horner syndrome. This is characterized by a drooping pupil and a constricted face.

It is possible to make a claim for medical negligence at the time of a birth that leads to a child suffering with Erb's Palsy. This is because the condition can be caused by excessive force applied to the baby during delivery. This can be caused by using vacuum extraction (ventouse) or forceps improperly. This can include a doctor who is unable to control shoulder dystocia correctly, or decides to do vaginal or breech birth when a caesarean would have been more suitable.

Treatment

The nerves of the brachial plexus manage movements and sensations in the arm and hand. If a baby is identified as having Erb's Palsy, it means that nerves are injured. The majority of babies recover within 6 to 12 months but some are left with a permanent disability affecting movement and feeling in their arm.

The treatment is centered around physical therapy which aims to increase the range of motion of the injured arm. Stretching and exercises for passive exercise can be utilized to achieve this. A physiotherapist might also suggest a specialist extension splint to assist with movement and help prevent stiffness. In extreme cases, a nerve graft might be required to rebuild damaged nerves.

A claim for compensation can help a child suffering from an Erb's Palsy injury live life to the fullest, and access essential equipment, education, and support. If you think that your child's condition was caused by an error in medical care at birth, you might be able to claim an Erb's Palsy claim for damages in the form of money.

Compensation

A successful lawsuit could award families financial compensation to fund their child's medical treatment. It can also give them an understanding of justice and bring attention to medical professionals that could have prevented a brachial-plexus injury.

Erb's palsy lawsuit settlements will help pay for the cost of physiotherapy for your child in addition to other equipment and treatments needed to treat their condition. You could also be compensated for any lost income or earnings resulting from the disability of your child.

If your child was diagnosed with erb's palsy and you suspect medical negligence was the cause in this, it is imperative to speak with an experienced Erb's palsy lawyer whenever you can. They can provide you with suggestions on how you can proceed and make sure that all paperwork is filed in time. This increases the chances of receiving compensation. Our team of specialized erb's palsy lawyers can help you claim the highest amount of compensation you're entitled to. This will help pay for the long-term costs of your child's disability and ensure they have everything they need to lead a fulfilled life.