Question 1

painful pinched nerve in thumb, 1st and 2nd fingers on dominant right hand. numb fingers, muscles sore, no grip. what can i do until appt?

Accepted Answer

SUGGEST: Let's assume you have carpal tunnel syndrome, and it is affecting the median nerve substantially.  You have about a 35% chance that wearing a wrist splint, which you can find at orthopedics supply store, will calm down the inflammation, and decrease symptoms if worn thru-out the day.  An OTC NSAID may also help a bit.

Question 2

right side of neck aches right two fingers feel numb could that be a pinched nerve?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: This could be sign of a pinched nerve in the neck.  You should be seen and evaluated.  Good luck.

Question 3

i had a pinched nerve from my neck behind my shoulder blade all the way down to my fingers. my pain has subsided although my thumb index finger and middle finger are still numb in my left are. please help. i need the sensation back. what can i do?

Accepted Answer

See spine specialist: MRI nexk rule out c6nerve rootcpinch between c5 and c6 could be a disc herniation or bone spur You symptoms sound most like cervical radiculopathy of c6

Question 4

my doctor has given me naproxen and diazepam for pinched nerve in my neck.  i have numbness in my left forearm hand and 2 middle fingers.still in agon?

Accepted Answer

C5-6 disc: You need an MRI to establish the Dx of a disc rupture. You may need a new disc.  Check with an orthopedist, neurosurgeon or isa operation frightens you check a physiatrist.  Too late for a chiropractor.

Question 5

can a pinch nerve cause tingling numbness in arms hands fingers and toes. i have extreme muscle. tension in neck shoulders and  sharp back pains spasm?

Accepted Answer

Yes but : The nerves would be different for the hands and feet.

Question 6

i've had a headache, lower neck, &shoulder pain for over a week, i get a low fever of 99 sometimes. i've woke up at night with numb fingers,i work out a lot,  nerve problem or strain? or emergency?

Accepted Answer

Any one: You clinical picture could be due to cervical muscle spasms with cervical ridiculous for the radiation to the finger.I don't think us an emergency but you should go to see a Doctor if no improving with the Tylenol (acetaminophen) .

Question 7

extreme pain at side of my post neck during or after sleep.transient finger numbness in morning for 20min.hnp can cause such? anything other than hnp?

Accepted Answer

Muscular, carpal tun: This may be a significant muscular problem related to your neck position during sleep.  Experiment with pillow. Could also be a bit of irritation of nerves in the neck without true hnp.  Also, carpal tunnel synd often causes upper extremity pain and tingling/numbness at night. Try a Velcro wrist brace when you sleep

Question 8

painful lump r armpit 49 f dental hygienist general aching r arm numb fingers r wrist neck bicep thumb middle & ring joint swelling on & off 3-4 month?

Accepted Answer

Need evaluation: You need an examination by a hand specialist or neurologist to make the correct diagnosis.

Question 9

is a pinched nerve in the neck at c5 c6 a serious condition? is a pinched nerve like cervical radiculopathy? please help

Accepted Answer

Rarely is it serious: &amp; yes pinched nerve causing pain into  arm is cervical radiculopathy. 90% are treated non op &amp; get better-10% require surgery with &gt; 90% success rate. Rarely do disc herniations cause any significant neurologic or nerve injuries with only 20% of herniations leading to any neurologic findings on exam.  See a neurologist, neurosurgeon, orthopedic spine surgeon or physiatrist or pain management.

Question 10

could your cheeks feel numb if you have a pinched nerve in neck?

Accepted Answer

No: Generally no. The trigeminal nerve supplies the face and is not a nerve from the neck.

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Painful pinched nerve in thumb, 1st and 2nd fingers on dominant right hand. numb fingers, muscles sore, no grip. what can i do until appt?

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Right side of neck aches right two fingers feel numb could that be a pinched nerve?

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I had a pinched nerve from my neck behind my shoulder blade all the way down to my fingers. my pain has subsided although my thumb index finger and middle finger are still numb in my left are. please help. i need the sensation back. what can i do?

A member asked:

My doctor has given me naproxen and diazepam for pinched nerve in my neck. i have numbness in my left forearm hand and 2 middle fingers.still in agon?

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Can a pinch nerve cause tingling numbness in arms hands fingers and toes. i have extreme muscle. tension in neck shoulders and sharp back pains spasm?

A member asked:

I've had a headache, lower neck, &shoulder pain for over a week, i get a low fever of 99 sometimes. i've woke up at night with numb fingers,i work out a lot, nerve problem or strain? or emergency?

A member asked:

Extreme pain at side of my post neck during or after sleep.transient finger numbness in morning for 20min.hnp can cause such? anything other than hnp?

A member asked:

Painful lump r armpit 49 f dental hygienist general aching r arm numb fingers r wrist neck bicep thumb middle & ring joint swelling on & off 3-4 month?

A member asked:

Is a pinched nerve in the neck at c5 c6 a serious condition? is a pinched nerve like cervical radiculopathy? please help

A member asked:

Could your cheeks feel numb if you have a pinched nerve in neck?

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