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Possible nerve damage in arm, probably ulnar nerve entrapment. i would like a little more clarity/ guidance about how to recover finger strength?
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If its confirmed you: have a neuropathy or damaged nerves, then you should have Release Surgery to maximize your Nerve function, and finger strength should recover quite well. Good Luck.
Answered 12/16/2014
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