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I have severe constant pain right side of my right forearm. nerve entrapment dx, pt prescribed. is there concern for long term damage?
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Yes: Patients with nerve entrapment are at risk for perminant injury. Best to have an EMG to assess the degree of nerve damage which can help determine if perminant damage is likely or if surgery is required.
Answered 6/10/2014
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