erb's palsy

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What does erb's palsy mean?

Paralysis of the arm caused by injury to the upper group of the arm's main nerves, specifically the severing of the upper trunk C5–C6 nerves.

Where does erb's palsy come from?

Named after Wilhelm Heinrich Erb.

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