Brachial Plexus Palsy occurs when the group of nerves that supplies the arms and hands is injured.
It is most common when there is difficulty delivering the baby's shoulder, this is called shoulder dystocia. The baby loses the ability to flex and rotate the arm.
If the birth injury caused bruising and swelling around the nerves, movement should return within a few months. Tearing of the nerve may result in permanent nerve damage and Brachial Plexus Palsy. Special exercises are used to help maintain the range of motion of the arm while healing occurs.
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