Erb palsy
MONDO:0700303A palsy characterized by a paralysis of the arm caused by an injury to the upper group of the main nerves supplying it, specifically the upper trunk C5-C6 of the brachial plexus. Erb palsy most commonly, though not exclusively, arises as a result of an injury sustained during birth.
Also known as: Erb's palsy, Erb-Duchenne paralysis
15 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Quick MRI could spare babies unnecessary surgery or speed up needed treatment
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a new, rapid MRI method in 102 infants with brachial plexus birth palsy (nerve damage from birth). The goal was to see if the MRI could help doctors decide earlier and more accurately whether the baby needs nerve surgery. The MRI was done without anesthesia, and…
Sponsor: Shriners Hospitals for Children • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Laser test could objectively measure nerve pain for first time
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether a diode laser can act as a biomarker to measure neuropathic pain in people with peripheral neuropathy. Researchers compared pain responses to a lidocaine patch versus a placebo patch in 75 participants. The goal was to see if the laser test could disting…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Utah • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Tiny study probes why shoulders get stiff after birth nerve damage
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study examined muscle cells from 8 children with obstetrical brachial plexus palsy, a birth injury that affects arm nerves. Researchers took small muscle samples during planned shoulder surgery to see if the cells can repair themselves. The goal was to understand w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC