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Can hitting your hand against hard surfaces result in nerve damage?
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Yes : Nerve contusion and injury can result.
Answered 12/24/2012
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Yes: There are small nerves on the back of the hand that can be injured by hitting it on a hard surface. Symptoms include shooting pain and numbness. These do tend to resolve with time. See a hand surgeon for a full evaluation.
Answered 1/18/2013
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