When should I see my healthcare provider about Erb’s palsy?

When should I see my healthcare provider about Erb’s palsy?

The longer a nerve injury remains untreated, the more difficult it may be to achieve an optimal outcome. Therefore, early on, you should see a specialist who can follow you or your infant to monitor your recovery and determine if intervention is necessary.

If you’re the parent of an infant with Erb’s palsy, you’ll likely have follow-up visits. It’s important to keep those appointments. However, if anything gets worse outside of these appointments, call your child's provider.

That holds true if you’re an adult with Erb’s palsy. Let your healthcare provider know if anything seems worse, if you’re having trouble with the exercises, or if you have any other concerns.