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Hand Numbness

Category:

Diagnosis:

Description:

Predictors:

Hand-Fingers

Hand Numbness

Numbness/tingling from nerve compression or systemic causes; evaluate pattern.

Median/ulnar distribution; nocturnal symptoms; provocative tests variable.

Non-Operative

Therapy:

Light Activities:

Moderate Activities:

Night splints (if median); nerve‑glides; ergonomics; see provider for evaluation.

2–8 weeks

6–12 weeks

Surgery

Surgery Probability:

Low–moderate (depends on cause)

Indications:

Recovery to Light Activities:

Recovery to Moderate Activities:

Sucess Rates:

Complication Rates:

Progressive weakness, thenar atrophy, or failed conservative care.

1–2 weeks (if minor procedure)

4–8+ weeks

Good when cause treated

6–12 weeks

Predictors:

Good when cause treated

Varies by etiology

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