Erb’s palsy is arm or shoulder muscle weakness and loss of movements that can be a birth defect or attained during an injury. It usually presents with irregular and intense pain. It is seen in both children and adults. The majority of the patients affected usually recover within a year. Treatment of Erb's palsy includes nerve transplant from the other arm or leg, latissimus dorsi tendon transfer, and subscapularis release.
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What is the best treatment for Erb's palsy?
Query: Hi doctor, My daughter has Erbs palsy but we did physiotherapy for three months and the doctor said she is fine but she is still struggling with the hand and this is about six months after the doctor discharged us. Please tell me what should I do. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for providing the brief history of your daughter. I am sorry firstly to hear that your daughter is being diagnosed with Erb's palsy. Well, I would suggest you to continue physiotherapy for atleast three days a week as it will be of good help for her. Usuall... Read Full »
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