INFORMATION ON ERB'S PALSY

Erb's Palsy can be defined as a network of nerves. It conducts signals from the spine to the shoulder, arm and hand. Damage of these nerves causes this disease. Erb's Palsy is usually the result of delivery in shoulder dystocia. The paralysis can be partial or complete; the damage to each nerve can range from bruising to tearing.

SYNONYMS OF ERB'S PALSY

Synonyms and related keywords:

1. Brachial Plexus Birth Injuries.
2. Dejerine-Klumpke Palsy.
3. Erb's palsy synonyms.
4. Dejerine-Klumpke Palsy.

CAUSES OF ERB'S PALSY

Erb's Palsy mostly occurs when the head and neck are hit to one side and stretching the brachial plexus on the opposite side. Shoulder dystocia, breech delivery and large birth weight are some causes of Erb's Palsy. Maternal diabetes is a common risk factor of this disease.

SYMPTOMS OF ERB'S PALSY

Symptoms of Erb's Palsy:

1. Burning sensation in the neck.
2. A feeling of weakness.
3. Pain in the neck.
4. Lost muscle control in wrist.
5. Numbness in arm.
6. Numbness in hand.

DIAGNOSIS OF ERB'S PALSY

Test under diagnosis are:

1. Physical therapy.
2. Ultrasound.
3. Magnetic Resonance Imaging.
4. Computerised tomography scan.

TREATMENT OF ERB'S PALSY

Prompt treatment is necessary in Erb's Palsy. Proper advice and suggestion of neurologist, physical therapist, medical pain specialist and primary care practitioner is helpful in treatment of Erb's Palsy. Treatment of Erb's Palsy includes the mobilization and icing of the affected region. Physical therapy and some medical issues are included in the acute phase treatment; surgery may also be required in this phase. For prevention, keeping the muscles in the neck strong can prevent a Erb's Palsy. It is required to use good technique in contact spots such as football and not to strike with the head blocking or tackling.