Birth Injuries

What is a Brachial Plexus Injury?

A brachial plexus injury is an injury that occurs to the nerves in the area between the neck and shoulders. These nerves can become stretched, compressed or even torn during a extended vaginal delivery or an emergent delivery when proper techniques are not utilized.

This is an important region of the body because these nerves control the muscles in the chest, shoulders, arms, and hands. These nerves also affect touch/sensation in this area, as well. 

The resulting injury could be loss of some function to total paralysis.

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Was Your Baby’s HIE Brain Injury From A Nuchal Cord Preventable

  When your baby is diagnosed with hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) and a nuchal cord is present, it’s natural to question if this injury could have been avoided. Was your baby’s HIE brain injury from a nuchal cord preventable? Let’s explore how careful...

A Baby’s Vision And Hearing Challenges After An HIE Injury

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