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The key differences between Erb’s Palsy and Klumpke’s Palsy
Written by Trevor Ward, Birth Injury Unit Specialist The anatomy of Erbs Palsy and Klumpke’s Palsy The arm and shoulder contain a network of nerves known as the brachial plexus network. It is through this network that signals are sent from the…
Causes and Risk Factors of Erb’s Palsy
Written by Trevor Ward, Birth Injury Unit Specialist What is Erb’s Palsy? Erb’s Palsy is a condition which research suggests affects 1-2 in every 1000 births. The condition is a type of injury caused to the brachial plexus nerve network which links…
Maternity failings make up the majority of NHS negligence costs
Written by Trevor Ward, Birth Injury Unit Specialist The NHS is a pillar of the UK's healthcare system, providing vital services to millions of people every year. However, recent reports have shed light on a disturbing trend: maternity failing…
Support for parents who have lost a baby
Written by Trevor Ward, Birth Injury Unit Specialist Losing a baby is an incredibly difficult and traumatic experience, and it can leave parents feeling isolated and alone. However, there are several charities and support groups in the UK that…
Warning Signs of Negligence Following Joint Surgery
Written by Francesca Paul, Medical Negligence Solicitor Joint surgery can be a life-changing experience, allowing patients to regain mobility and reduce pain. However, there are times when surgeries do not go as planned, and patients may experience c…
The key to recovery after hip replacement surgery
Written by Francesca Paul, Medical Negligence Solicitor Hip replacement surgery is a major procedure that requires a significant amount of recovery time. While the goal of the surgery is to improve mobility and reduce pain, it's important to remember…
Sepsis: a guide for parents
Sepsis can affect anyone at any time in their life, however children, particularly premature babies and infants can be more susceptible to developing sepsis, and because of that, it is important for parents to know the signs and symptoms to be aware…
Can celebrity awareness help to diagnose cancer?
Written by Litigation Executive, Jennifer Smith Prostate cancer has overtaken breast cancer as the most commonly diagnosed cancer in England, with 12,039 males dying from prostate cancer between 2017 and 2019 . According to latest figures, around 1 i…
Why is cancer misdiagnosis on the rise in the UK?
Why is cancer misdiagnosis on the rise in the UK? When a patient is diagnosed with cancer, it’s incredibly important that they are treated quickly and correctly in order to increase their chance of recovery. However, if the cancer is misdiagno…
Prosthetic limbs: What you need to know
Prosthetic Limbs are designed to help people who have had a limb amputated improve their mobility and range of motion. Prosthetic limbs support natural movement by mimicking the motion, and sometimes the appearance, of a real limb. However, it is imp…
How meningitis can lead to avoidable amputations
Meningitis is an infection which the NHS says infects the protective membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. It can affect anyone, but is most common in babies, young children and young adults. It can be a very serious infection if not treat…
Amputation & Diabetes: What you need to know
The prospect of requiring an amputation due to diabetes can be frightening. Yet, educating yourself and understanding the warning signs, can help you take important steps to prevent your injury from progressing to the stage where amputation may be re…