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Is it normal to have hand numbness after a massage?

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Dr. David Tuckman answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

It can be: It is possible that pressure was placed on a nerve. This will most likely resolve in 4 to 6 weeks. If it is not improved see a hand surgeon.

Answered 11/8/2012

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See below: Putting too much pressure on a nerve can cause numbness. Usually these symptoms will improve within a day or 2. See your doctor if still having numbness in a week.

Dr Rhoads and 7 doctors agreed

Answered 5/7/2017

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