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Suggest Treatment For Numbness In The Hand

hello I am having numbness in my hands when I write and also when I hold my steering wheel. I play football and had a hyperextended elbow . I am also an Journeyman, which means I do alot of hand related work. Is this normal or should I go see a doctor?
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Hello,

You are suffering from numbness in the hand, you feel numbness when you hold the steering or when you try to write. You have history of hyperextended elbow, you have been a football player. Your symptoms are indicative of nerve compression / impingement or developing peripheral neuropathy. Get connected with a Physical therapist, you need to do certain exercises of the arm, hand and body that will help you get better.

Get clinically examined by a Neurologist, get NCV tests, blood works, CBC, urinalysis, imaging tests and if needed biopsy to detect the degree of nerve damage so that treatment can be started at the earliest. In the meantime, you can take food good for the nerves and rich in vitamin B6 and B12. You can also take supplement like Nevrup OD and Evion-400mg. Stay active and avoid addictions if any.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
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Suggest Treatment For Numbness In The Hand

Hello, You are suffering from numbness in the hand, you feel numbness when you hold the steering or when you try to write. You have history of hyperextended elbow, you have been a football player. Your symptoms are indicative of nerve compression / impingement or developing peripheral neuropathy. Get connected with a Physical therapist, you need to do certain exercises of the arm, hand and body that will help you get better. Get clinically examined by a Neurologist, get NCV tests, blood works, CBC, urinalysis, imaging tests and if needed biopsy to detect the degree of nerve damage so that treatment can be started at the earliest. In the meantime, you can take food good for the nerves and rich in vitamin B6 and B12. You can also take supplement like Nevrup OD and Evion-400mg. Stay active and avoid addictions if any. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician