Nerve Injury Treatment

Overview

Nerves can be squeezed (compressed) or damaged by an injury, causing numbness, tingling, pain or weakness. Early assessment helps find where the nerve is affected and how badly. Some nerve problems improve with time and therapy; others need surgery to release or repair the nerve.

When is it recommended?

Numbness or tingling in the hands or feet

Weakness in gripping, or in lifting the foot

Pain shooting along an arm or leg

Loss of feeling or movement after an injury or cut

Treatment options

Nerve injury assessment

Examination and nerve tests to find which nerve is affected and how badly.

Nerve repair surgery

Surgery to release a compressed nerve or repair an injured one, when needed.

What to expect

1. 1ConsultationA detailed history and examination of feeling and strength.
2. 2Nerve testsNerve conduction studies or scans when they are needed.
3. 3TreatmentSplints, therapy or surgery, depending on the cause.
4. 4RecoveryFollow-up and therapy while the nerve recovers.

Common questions