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Suggest Treatment For Severe Pain And Numbness In Arms Due To Ulnar Neuropathy
I am a 42 yr old female. I broke my back(T-10-T12) back in 2000. I ve been having problems ever since. I have pinched nerves in my arms and lower back. I had a radial and ulnar nerve transposition in 2006 and it helped a lot. Now I have problems in my neck and I m losing feeling in my arms, and shooting, burning pain in arms. My neurosurgeon told me that we have to keep a close eye on my neck(this was last year) also, after EMG studies he told me I have ulnar neuropathy in both arms but I had an ulnar nerve transposition in both arms in 06. The pain and numbness is overwhelming. What should I do now?
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Hi,
Ulnar neuropathy is a condition that results from damage or compression of the ulnar nerve, which runs from the neck to the hand and controls sensation and movement in the forearm and hand. It can cause symptoms such as pain, numbness, tingling, and weakness in the affected arm.
In your case, it sounds like you may be experiencing a recurrence of ulnar neuropathy, despite having had ulnar nerve transposition surgery in the past. This can sometimes happen if the nerve becomes compressed again or if scar tissue forms around the transposed nerve.
To treat your symptoms, your doctor may recommend a combination of non-surgical and surgical treatments, depending on the severity and cause of your ulnar neuropathy. These treatments may include:
Non-surgical treatments: Your doctor may recommend medications to manage your pain and inflammation, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), gabapentin, or pregabalin. Physical therapy and occupational therapy can help to improve your arm strength and function and may help to alleviate some of the symptoms of ulnar neuropathy.
Surgery: In cases where non-surgical treatments are not effective, surgery may be recommended. There are several surgical options for ulnar neuropathy, including ulnar nerve decompression, ulnar nerve transposition, and ulnar nerve grafting. The specific type of surgery recommended will depend on the cause and severity of your ulnar neuropathy.
Lifestyle modifications: Making lifestyle changes such as improving your posture and avoiding activities that aggravate your symptoms can also help to manage your ulnar neuropathy.
It is important to follow up with your doctor regularly to monitor your symptoms and determine the best course of treatment for your specific case of ulnar neuropathy.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
Ulnar neuropathy is a condition that results from damage or compression of the ulnar nerve, which runs from the neck to the hand and controls sensation and movement in the forearm and hand. It can cause symptoms such as pain, numbness, tingling, and weakness in the affected arm.
In your case, it sounds like you may be experiencing a recurrence of ulnar neuropathy, despite having had ulnar nerve transposition surgery in the past. This can sometimes happen if the nerve becomes compressed again or if scar tissue forms around the transposed nerve.
To treat your symptoms, your doctor may recommend a combination of non-surgical and surgical treatments, depending on the severity and cause of your ulnar neuropathy. These treatments may include:
Non-surgical treatments: Your doctor may recommend medications to manage your pain and inflammation, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), gabapentin, or pregabalin. Physical therapy and occupational therapy can help to improve your arm strength and function and may help to alleviate some of the symptoms of ulnar neuropathy.
Surgery: In cases where non-surgical treatments are not effective, surgery may be recommended. There are several surgical options for ulnar neuropathy, including ulnar nerve decompression, ulnar nerve transposition, and ulnar nerve grafting. The specific type of surgery recommended will depend on the cause and severity of your ulnar neuropathy.
Lifestyle modifications: Making lifestyle changes such as improving your posture and avoiding activities that aggravate your symptoms can also help to manage your ulnar neuropathy.
It is important to follow up with your doctor regularly to monitor your symptoms and determine the best course of treatment for your specific case of ulnar neuropathy.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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