A member asked:

Erbs palsy since birth. 22 now. loosing motion in hand slowly, arm locking up more, numbness more. more pain. what do i do!? splint/brace? surgery?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Never too late: Erb's affects the upper brachial plexus, and your hand involves lower plexus, so this is new superimposed on the prior. The symptoms raise concern that a complex regional pain syndrome may be evolving, and this needs to be addressed asap. The therapy can wait, as the diagnosis must precede. Believe, your best bet is to see a physiatrist initially and perhaps other specialists later.

Answered 1/9/2013

5.4k views

Thank

Sounds like new prob: Really need a diagnosis as your description is one of a superimposed newer problem. Maybe complex regional pain syndrome. Seek out a physiatrist and get started.

Answered 1/9/2013

5.4k views

Thank

Related Questions

Sponsored Content
HealthTap Medical Group does not endorse products or services. Sponsored content revenues support our mission to make health information free and accessible to all.Learn more