Brachial Palsy and Nerve Damage
Delivering a child can be a stressful situation for everyone involved, including the newborn child. A child can be at risk for injury even before he or she has been delivered if the proper techniques are not used in assisting the delivery. The birth of a newborn may require the use of various types of medical instruments, but it is important that the force used during birth does not do harm to a child.
Birth injuries such as brachial palsy can last a lifetime, and it is vital that negligent medical professionals are held accountable for their actions. If your child’s health has been compromised by a birth injury, you may have grounds for legal action. Please contact the Green Bay birth injury lawyers at Habush Habush & Rottier S.C. ®, by calling 800-242-2874 for a free case evaluation.
Effects of Brachial Palsy
One of the parts of a child’s body that is particularly susceptible to injury during the delivery process is the neck and shoulder region. Damage to these body parts can lead to serious medical conditions. If the nerves surrounding the shoulder, known as the brachial plexus, are strained during birth, brachial palsy or Erb’s palsy can result. These two conditions can have the following effects:
- Improper muscular development
- Permanent or partial loss of arm function
- Abnormal muscle contractions
- Significant nerve damage
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These symptoms can have a far-reaching impact on the life and development of a child. If your child has suffered from a preventable birth injury, please contact the Green Bay birth injury lawyers at Habush Habush & Rottier S.C. ®, by calling 800-242-2874 to schedule a free legal consultation.
