Online Lawyer Source

Lawyers & Legal News Near You

About Us
Privacy
Contact Us

Search our Site:

Home
Personal Injury
Medical Malpractice
Criminal Law
Product Liability
Defective Drugs
Divorce
Other Practice Areas

Need Legal Help?

Start Here for a Free Case Review!

Brachial Plexus Palsy

Brachial Plexus Palsy
Adult BrachialPlexus Injury
Brachial Plexus Injury
Brachial PlexusTreatment

Need Help?

Accutane®
Cerebral Palsy
Darvocet®
Denture Cream
Depuy ASR™ Hip Implant
Fosamax® Femur Fracture
MiniMed Insulin Pump
Multaq®

Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis
Paxil® Birth Defects
Propecia®
Shoulder Pain Pump
Topamax®
Truck Accident Lawyer
Wellbutrin®
Yaz® Birth Control

Contact Us Today

Call Today: 800-646-6570

Date of Birth (Child's)
Does your child have cerebral palsy or brain damage?   Yes   No

How many weeks pregnant were you at time of delivery?
Baby's birth weight? How did mom deliver?
Vaginal  Forceps/Vacuum  C/S

Was the baby's heart rate dropping prior to birth?   Yes  No

Was the baby breathing after birth?
Yes  No

Apgar scores, if known. Did your baby require a breathing tube?
Yes  No

Did your baby have an MRI, Ultrasound or CT of the brain? Yes  No

What were the results?
Normal  Abnormal

How long did your baby remain in the hospital?
If you baby went home on medications, which ones?

I agree that submitting this form and the information contained within does not establish an attorney client relationship.

Privacy protected. All information held in the strictest confidence.

Adult Brachial Plexus Injury

An adult brachial plexus injury is the result of a traumatic injury that causes damage to the brachial plexus region of the body (running from each side of the neck down towards the shoulders and back) or an injury that occurred as an infant during a complicated shoulder dystocia birth process. A traumatic adult brachial plexus injury can be the outcome of a car accident, sports injury, slip and fall incident, violence, radiography, or bad surgery. In the United States it is estimated that adult brachial plexus injury accounts for five percent of all peripheral nerve injuries. It is difficult to discern what portion of the population endures these injuries annually because they go largely underreported.

Causes of an Adult Brachial Plexus Injury

Injury from a contact sport is one of the most common causes of an adult brachial plexus injury. One study found that about one half of all college football players sustain at least one adult brachial plexus injury during play. Other studies have found this number to be closer to sixty, or even ninety, percent of all college football players. Many cases of adult brachial plexus injury go largely underreported because in some cases the symptoms do not last for a significant period of time, or there may be more acute injuries whose care takes precedence over an adult brachial plexus injury.

Adult Brachial Plexus Injury Symptoms

An adult brachial plexus injury can be identified by a number of symptoms. When a blow to the neck, head, or back causes brachial plexus trauma a person may feel pain or burning in the neck, weakness or heaviness in one or both upper extremities, increased sensitivity to touch, and burning or tingling in the affected area for a few seconds to a few weeks or longer. Types of adult brachial plexus injury include mild stretching, tears, the build up of scar tissue, or rupture and avulsion of the affected nerves.

Depending on the severity of the adult brachial plexus injury, a patient may lose feeling and function in part or all of one or both upper limbs. This loss of sensation and functionality can be a temporary symptom of the adult brachial plexus injury or it can be long term or permanent. In order to diagnose an adult brachial plexus injury, medical specialists can perform an EMG, MRI, or CT Myelogram to determine the nature of the damage. In some cases surgical exploration may also be necessary to identify the nature and severity of an adult brachial plexus injury.

Adult Brachial Plexus Injury Treatment

Adult brachial plexus injury treatment will depend on the nature, extent, and severity of a patient’s injury. Some cases of adult brachial plexus injury can be treated with nerve grafting, scar tissue removal, or muscle and tendon release surgery. These surgical options, when appropriate, can significantly improve a patient’s condition. Pain is a major consideration in adult brachial plexus injury cases. Pain management in an adult brachial plexus injury case can include the use of prescription drugs, electric stimulation therapy, massage and other techniques. Exercise and physical therapy can improve range of motion and also reduce pain.

If you or a loved one has suffered an adult brachial plexus injury that was the result of an accident caused by another party’s negligent or willful acts, you may be eligible to seek reparations for your losses. For more information you may wish to contact an attorney.

Other Areas of Medical Malpractice

Medical Malpractice Lawsuits |
Cerebrovascular Accidents |
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy |
Esophagael Cancer |
Medical Malpractice Cases |
Medical Malpractice Claims |
Medical Malpractice Insurance |
Medical Malpractice Law |
Medical Malpractice Settlements |
Medical Malpractice |
Medical Malpractice Case Types |
Doctor Errors |
Doctor Mistakes |
Doctor Negligence |
Ectopic Pregnancy |
Failure to Diagnose |
Hospital Errors |
Hospital Malpractice |
Medical Negligence |
Medical Malpractice Lawyers |
Medical Malpractice Attorneys |
Neurology Malpractice |
Obstetrical Care |
Paralysis |
Postoperative Infections |
Prescription Errors |
Surgical Errors |
Surgical Injuries |
Surgical Mistakes |
Wrong Medication |
Birth Trauma |
OBGYN Negligence |
Birth Injury |
Nursing Malpractice |
Legal Malpractice |
Erbs Palsy |
Brachial Plexus Palsy |
Central Nervous System Injury |
Shoulder Dystocia |
Medical Malpractice Suits |
Dental Malpractice |
Wrong Diagnosis |
Wrong Site Surgery |
Georgia Medical Malpractice |
Colorado Medical Malpractice |
Pennsylvania Medical Malpractice |
Kernicterus |
Medical Malpractice FAQ |
Massachusetts Medical Malpractice |
Maryland Medical Malpractice |
New York Medical Malpractice |
Cancer Misdiagnosis |
Lab Mistakes |
MRSA |
Misdiagnosis |

Home
Personal Injury
Medical Malpractice
Criminal Law
Product Liability
Defective Drugs
Diseases
Divorce
Birth Defects
Other Practice Areas
Legal Resources
Legal News
Link to Us
About Us
Contact Us
Privacy Policy
Site Map

Disclaimer

ATTORNEY ADVERTISEMENT—Thank you for your visit. The content published on this website was not written by medical professionals and should not, at any point, be mistaken for medical advice. Furthermore, the information on this site is intended for educational purposes only and should never interfere with a patient/site visitor and his or her healthcare provider. In addition, viewing the content on this website, requesting additional information, or transmitting information through a contact form should never be considered the formation of an attorney-client relationship. The material published on this site is general and may not apply to your specific circumstances. Every case comes with its own set of unique circumstances; past success discussed on this site does not guarantee future performance. Information found on this website should not be used as incentive to act without seeking counsel from a professional. For more information, please read our disclaimer.