Posted On 11, February 2025
What is Erb’s palsy?
Erb’s palsy is the result of an injury that occurs when the nerves in a baby’s upper arm become damaged during the labor and delivery process. If a baby’s head or neck are pulled too hard during labor or delivery, or if the head or neck is twisted or bent too far, a brachial plexus injury may occur, resulting in Erb’s palsy It can cause partial or complete paralysis of the shoulder, upper arm, elbow, forearm, wrist, hand, or fingers.
