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Erb's Palsy Group (National)

Erb's Palsy (Brachial Plexus Paralysis) is a condition, mainly due to birth trauma, which can affect one or all of the 5 primary nerves that supply the movement and feeling to an arm. Some babies recover on their own, others need specialist treatment.

The group's members support one another and act as a network to provide information. They aim to increase awareness and understanding of the condition.

Activities include:
* support for parents, adults and children;
* putting parents/adults/children in touch with others;
* help with maintaining medical information;
* producing a quarterly newsletter;
* organising an Information days and Conferences for parents and professionals.
* organising an annual social event.

Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 10.00am-8.30pm. Answerphone at other times.

Please enclose a large SAE if you would like to obtain copies of the information leaflets listed below.

Publications:
* Fact sheet on Erb's Palsy
* Fact sheet on surgical procedures
* Claiming disability living allowance
* Information sheet for Nurseries and Schools

Registered charity number 1036423