During open carpal tunnel release surgery, the transverse carpal ligament is cut, which releases pressure on the median nerve and relieves the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome. An incision is made at the base of the palm of the hand. This allows the doctor to see the transverse carpal ligament. After the ligament is cut, …
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a condition in which increased pressure on the median nerve in the wrist causes pain, numbness, tingling, or a combination of all three in the wrist. These are most often experienced at night, but can be felt through day-to-day experiences like driving or reading a newspaper. Patients have complained of weaker grip, …
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Meralgia Paresthetica / Lateral Femoral Nerve Compression Meralgia Paresthetica is a constellation of symptoms caused by a compression neuropathy (pinched nerve) of the Lateral Femoral Nerve (LFN). The LFN arises from the second and third lumbar spinal levels (L2,L3). As the LFN travels from the spine to the thigh region, the nerve can be pinched …
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Meralgia Paresthetica / Lateral Femoral Nerve Compression Meralgia Paresthetica is a constellation of symptoms caused by a compression neuropathy (pinched nerve) of the Lateral Femoral Nerve (LFN). The LFN arises from the second and third lumbar spinal levels (L2,L3). As the LFN travels from the spine to the thigh region, the nerve can be pinched …
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Diabetic Neuropathy Treatment Peripheral Diabetic Neuropathy (PDN) is a major, long-term complication of Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes. Diabetic neuropathy often presents as tingling, loss of sensation, pain and numbness in the legs, feet, arms and hands. This loss of sensation can preclude sensation of injury, leading to development of wounds or ulcerations. When …
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Diabetic Neuropathy Treatment Peripheral Diabetic Neuropathy (PDN) is a major, long-term complication of Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes. Diabetic neuropathy often presents as tingling, loss of sensation, pain and numbness in the legs, feet, arms and hands. This loss of sensation can preclude sensation of injury, leading to development of wounds or ulcerations. When …
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Many patients have come to me asking about problems with the Proximal Nerve, and how it can be affected and fixed. Here are my thoughts on the nerve and what we can do for you! PROXIMAL MEDIAN NERVE COMPRESSION Repetitive tasks involving: throwing, gripping, pronation (turning your hand to a palm down position), and sudden …
Many patients have come to me asking about problems with the Proximal Nerve, and how it can be affected and fixed. Here are my thoughts on the nerve and what we can do for you! PROXIMAL MEDIAN NERVE COMPRESSION Repetitive tasks involving: throwing, gripping, pronation (turning your hand to a palm down position), and sudden …
Peripheral Diabetic Neuropathy (PDN) is a major, long-term complication of Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes. Diabetic neuropathy often presents as tingling, loss of sensation, pain and numbness in the legs, feet, arms and hands. This loss of sensation can preclude sensation of injury, leading to development of wounds or ulcerations. When not adequately treated, …
Peripheral Diabetic Neuropathy (PDN) is a major, long-term complication of Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes. Diabetic neuropathy often presents as tingling, loss of sensation, pain and numbness in the legs, feet, arms and hands. This loss of sensation can preclude sensation of injury, leading to development of wounds or ulcerations. When not adequately treated, …
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