Erb's Palsy

Erb's Palsy, also known as Brachial Plexus Paralysis, is a condition which mainly due to birth trauma can affect 1 or all of the 5 primary nerves that supply the movement and feeling to an arm. The paralysis can be partial or complete; the damage to each nerve can range from bruising to tearing. Some babies recover on their own; however, some may require specialist intervention. Signs & Symptoms Erb's Palsy is usually the result of delivery in shoulder dystocia. Shoulder dystocia is ...