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

erb's palsy law firm Palsy is a result of an injury to the nerve system in the shoulder, arm and hand. This can result in paralysis and other issues.

The birth injury could be caused by medical negligence. It often links to a challenging or rushed delivery, especially when the baby's shoulders become stuck during labour.

Causes

Pregnancies and births usually are normal, but, on rare occasions something goes 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 seek compensation for the ongoing suffering.

Erb's Palsy is a weakness of various degrees or paralysis in the shoulder or arms that affects the brachial nerves. These nerves transmit electrical messages to the muscles to allow them to move. The brachialplexus is abrasion that can result in the inability to move and grip the affected hand.

There are a number of causes of Erb's palsy. Erb's syndrome can be caused by shoulder Dystocia, which is a condition that occurs when the baby's skull is stuck above the mother's pubic bone. It is more prevalent in women with risk factors, such as gestational diabetics, as well as large infants or babies. Shoulder dystocia is a medical emergency and it is imperative that doctors recognize this and are able to respond quickly in order to avoid complications for the baby. It can also be caused by the use of forceps or a vacuum extractor during labour or even by having an emergency Cesarean section.

Symptoms

Erb's Palsy is characterised by a lack of movement of the arm or hand affected and a weak grip. Usually, the symptoms appear within six to 12 months after birth.

The brachial plexus is a system of nerves that runs from the spine down both sides of the neck. They control movements and sensations in the hand, arm and fingers. If damaged, these nerves, can cause weakness or partial paralysis of the affected arm and/or hand.

It's often caused by an error made by a doctor during childbirth, for example a doctor pulling too hard to free a baby's head (shoulder dystocia). It could also result from a violent birth, especially if the infant is held in a 'waiter's point position, which causes strain on the C5-C6 nerves in the upper trunk that form part of the brachial.

The majority of infants who suffer an injury from a stretch recover within six to twelve months, with the exception of cases that are severe enough to require surgical intervention by using a nerve graft repair the injured nerves. If the damaged nerves are not repaired, then the child may be left with permanent impairment that limits their ability to move and use their arm.

Diagnosis

For children who suffer from Erb's Palsy there are a number of treatments that can reduce the effects but the injury can never be fully repaired. Some infants are left with significant impairment and cannot move their hands, arms or fingers.

The symptoms result from injury to the brachial plexus, which provides all the muscles of the upper limb, with the exception for the trapezius. The injury usually affects the upper nerves C5 and C6 but less frequently affects C7. This results in the classic Erb's palsy sign which is a waiter's tips type hand which cannot pronate or stretch the forearm. In a few cases, nerves damaged may also result in Horner syndrome. It is manifested by a drooping pupil and a constricted face.

It is possible to make a claim for medical negligence at the time of the birth process that results in a child suffering from Erb's Palsy. This is because the condition is typically caused by excessive force applied to the baby during birth. This includes using vacuum extraction (ventouse) or forceps improperly. This can include a doctor who does not manage shoulder dystocia properly, or decides to perform a vaginal or breech birth when a caesarean birth would be more suitable.

Treatment

The nerves that make up the brachial plexus control movement and feeling in the arm and hand. 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 suffer from a permanent disability that restricts movement and feeling in their arm.

Physical therapy is used to improve the range of motion. This can be achieved in various ways, including stretching exercises, as well as passive exercises. A physiotherapist can also suggest an extension splint designed by a specialist to ease the movement and reduce stiffness. In severe cases, a nerve graft could be required to repair damaged nerves.

A compensation claim can aid a child with Erb's Palsy live life to the fullest, and have access to essential equipment education, medical care, and other. If you believe your child's condition is the result of an error in medical care during their birth, you might be able to file an Erb's Palsy claim for financial damages.

Compensation

A successful lawsuit could award families financial compensation to help fund their child's medical treatment. It can also give them an appreciation for justice and draw attention to medical professionals who could have prevented a brachial-plexus injury.

Settlements from the Erb's Palsy lawsuits will help pay for the cost of physiotherapy for your child in addition to other treatments and equipment required to help their condition. They also offer compensation for any loss of income or earnings caused by your child's disability.

It is recommended to seek out an Erb's Palsy lawyer as soon as you suspect that medical negligence was the cause. They can provide you with advice on how to proceed and make sure that all paperwork is filed in time. This will increase your chances of getting compensation. Our team of experts in erb's-palsy can assist you to receive the maximum amount of compensation to which you are entitled to. This can help with the long-term expenses of your child's disability, and ensure that they are provided with everything they need to live a full and happy life.