Klumpke\u2019s paralysis occurs when there is trauma to the shoulder. During birth, this can happen for a number of reasons.<\/p>\n
One is if the shoulder becomes wedged in the birth canal. This can be the result of the baby being in an abnormal position, the birth canal being too small, or the baby being large.<\/p>\n
Another potential reason this birth injury may occur is when too much force is used in attempting to deliver the baby. For the same (more…)<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Klumpke\u2019s paralysis occurs when the lower brachial plexus is injured. These are the nerves that send signals from the spinal cord to the hand, arm and shoulder. When these nerves are damaged, it can lead to a variety of complications,…<\/span><\/p>\n