What Are Brachial Plexus Palsy And Peripheral Nerve Injury?
Brachial plexus palsy occurs when the brachial plexus (the group of nerves that supply the arm and hand) is injured. It is most common when there is difficulty delivering the baby’s shoulder (shoulder dystocia). The patients lose strength in the arm and/or hand. If the injury caused bruising and swelling around the nerves, movement may return without intervention if the injury to the nerves is not severe. More serious trauma to the brachial plexus may result in permanent nerve damage and weakness.
