Neonatal brachial plexus injuries where only the fingertips can still move are usually not serious.
Neonatal brachial plexus nerve injury is a common obstetric condition, usually seen when the mother has a difficult labor. The brachial plexus nerves are injured due to the use of forceps or due to excessive pulling of the baby’s head and shoulders during labor due to head first exposure.
Since the vast majority of neonatal brachial plexus injuries are incomplete, most neonates recover naturally from brachial plexus injuries in the first one to six weeks of life.
Parents are advised to closely monitor the condition of their children and carry out recovery training under the guidance of the doctor, such as moving the child’s arm appropriately at home to prevent stiffness of the joints and muscles. If the child fails to recover after three months of life, he/she should seek medical treatment.