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Brachial Plexus PalsyBrachial plexus palsy is a birth injury to the nerve network that controls movement and sensation of the arm, called the brachial plexus. When a brachial plexus palsy injury is present it is normally very obvious. The baby may appear to lay with the elbow extended and will not move the arm. While two thirds of babies suffering from brachial plexus palsy will recover on their own, some babies will need intensive medical care, including therapy and surgery, which is still sometimes not enough. The brachial plexus palsy babies that do not recover on their own may require physical therapy, occupational therapy, surgery, or a combination of any of the three treatment plans. As soon as brachial plexus palsy treatment can be started, the better the result potential there is. In instances when the brachial plexus palsy has caused deformities in the shoulder, arm, or hand to occur, orthopaedic treatment will probably be implemented. With nerve surgery, a child demonstrating no functional recovery by around four months of age will probably be considered. If brachial plexus palsy surgery is decided upon, it is considered an optimal time when the child is between four and six months of age. Recovery of any functioning can be expected within four months of the surgical procedure. While every brachial plexus palsy child will require different treatment methods and respond differently to them, generally younger children will have a faster recovery rate. Full nerve repair following brachial plexus palsy surgery can take up to years because of the slow rate of growth nerves have. Children that still have weakness in the shoulder, arm, or hand after a nerve brachial plexus palsy surgery may have a tendon transfer, which is sometimes helpful for improving shoulder and wrist motions. Beyond the age of one year old, nerve surgery will no longer be able to restore normal functioning with the brachial plexus palsy. Every doctor should be able to discuss all treatment options with the family and recommend what course of action will be the most promising based on individual characteristics. There are physical therapy exercises recommended for brachial plexus palsy babies that family members must commit to helping the baby with in order to keep the joints and muscles functioning as best they can. Brachial plexus palsy injuries can be extremely difficult for some families to adapt to. In addition to the physical struggle, there can be emotional difficulties as a child with physical limitations tries to adapt to learning things differently. Financially, being able to achieve the best functioning possible for the brachial plexus palsy child can require extensive medical procedures and consultations and treatments from specialized medical experts. A birth injury medical malpractice lawyer can review a case and determine if strong claims exist. Obtaining damages for malpractice may not be able to change any physical or emotional difficulties but may be able to alleviate any financial stresses and help aide a child in recovering as best as possible. For more information on brachial plexus palsy, please contact us. |
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