Erb’s Palsy, also known as brachial plexus palsy, is caused by an injury to the brachial plexus. The brachial plexus is a group of nerves. The brachial plexus nerves located near the neck are responsible for feeling and movement in the fingers, hand and arm and don’t affect any cognitive development. Erb’s palsy usually occurs during a difficult childbirth. If the baby’s neck and head are pulled to the side while the shoulders are stuck, this may cause injury.
Most cases of Erb’s palsy are caused during delivery. The injury is characterized by weakness or paralysis of the arm; most times the arm cannot be raised. Because of the damaged nerve, babies may lack a reflex on the affected side. It is estimated that fewer than ten percent of Erb’s palsy injuries result in permanent damage. If you child has Erb’s palsy and you feel that this was caused as a result of medical malpractice you should contact an Erb’s palsy attorney in New Jersey.
Most children recover from Erb’s palsy on their own, over a short time, but some more severe cases may require surgery and physical therapy. With damaged nerves in the body, it takes time to heal and return to normal movement. Such injury does not affect cognitive development, learning or perception.
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Causes of Erb’s Palsy
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