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Is it possible for a tennis elbow to cause my hand to go numb occasionally?
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No: Numbness is an indication of nerve irritation or entrapment. Tennis elbow is a tendonitis. You may have carpal tunnel or another similar nerve entrapment syndrome. I recommend that you consult an experienced hand surgeon.
Answered 12/16/2012
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Recommendation: A full evaluation by an physician would be warranted. You may also need an emr to evaluate for a pinched nerve.
Answered 4/14/2014
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NO: Tennis elbow is a tendonopathy of the common extensor origin. It is not a neurologic condition. There are many things that can cause hand numbness such as carpal tunnel syndrome or cubital tunnel syndrome. Best to see a hand surgeon and have your arm evaluated.
Answered 1/22/2014
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