duchenne palsy

My daughter is 35 days old it was a vaccum delivary because of the big size of her .Her right arm is
completely immovable our physiotherapist said she will recover within months so i just want to know
that wht is the maximum duration for complete revovery and whether we should consult a neurologist
I am really worried please help .will be waiting for ur reply

[Dr Santos]

Hi,

Erb-Duchenne Palsy is a paralysis of the arm caused by injury to the upper group of the arm's main nerves occurring during birth. Depending on the nature of the damage, the paralysis can either resolve on its own over a period of months, necessitate physical therapy or require surgery. Although range of motion is recovered in many children under one year in age, individuals who have not yet healed after this point will rarely gain full function in their arm and may develop arthritis. To ease your worries, have her evaluated by your doctor or be referred to a neurologist for proper evaluation and management.

Take care and regards.