In some cases the arm may lack the ability to straighten or rotate but otherwise function normally giving the overall appearance of the arm to be stiff and crooked. Whereas in other circumstances the arm has little to no control and has a "loose" appearance. Treatment such as physiotherapy, massage and electrical stimulation can help to prevent this early on (or throughout) the patients life by strengthening the arm.In some cases, again, individuals may experience a great deal of discomfort. For example, they may experience a severe cramping pain that lasts for some time and is particularly painful after they have slept, running from the shoulder all the way down to the wrist. Although pain does not affect everyone with Erbs palsy, it can be extremely uncomfortable to those that it does and can even cause patients to be physically sick or faint. This extreme nerve pain is mostly common during the final stages of growth and almost always eases off in time. Other pains that people with Erbs palsy might endure include strained muscle, stiffness, circulatory problems and cramp. Different factors are dependent on the severity of the condition and can vary, so whilst some patient experience a lot of pain, some patients may experience no pain at all and for their affected arm to simply be visually crooked.Discomfort with the shoulder blade is also extremely common in Erbs palsy as the shoulder is often at risk of dislocation. This can result, again, in sickness or lack of sleep.
Notable people with Erbs palsy
Notable individuals with Erbs palsy include Emperor Wilhelm II of Germany, King of Prussia, the Palestinian psychiatrist Samah Jabr, and the Canadian journalist Barbara Frum. Martin Sheen was injured during birth and developed the condition in his left arm. His difference in arm length and range of motion can be seen in his work, especially Apocalypse Now and the jacket flip during The West Wing. Professional wrestler Traci Brooks has Erbs palsy and has achieved a successful career. Another is former Iowa Hawkeyes standout defensive lineman Adrian Clayborn. Gangster rapper and Academy Award winner DJ Paul of Three Six Mafia also has the condition in his arm, which he often hides by wearing a cast during public appearances. Teenage archery champion Faith Oakley, who has Erbs palsy affecting her right arm, uses her teeth to pull back the bow string to shoot the arrow.Military brace has also caused Erbs palsy in military school cadets. See also
Klumpkes paralysis

References
Further reading
Brachial-Plexus-Injuries at NINDS
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