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I had an accident i was told th c5 bone shifted. i experienced numbness in my middle, index, thumb fingers all the way to my shoulders it reduced to my thumb a straight line to my shoulder. it has reduced further now what should be my next step?

Q: i had an accident i was told th c5 bone shifted. i experienced numbness in my middle, index, thumb fingers all the way to my shoulders it reduced to my thumb a straight line to my shoulder. it has reduced further now what should be my next step?

: The anatomy suggests either carpal tunnel syndrome or C6 radiculopathy. If improving, be patient and let things stabilize, but if gets worse see your doctor, and consider EMG/NCS.

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Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

The anatomy suggests either carpal tunnel syndrome or C6 radiculopathy. If improving, be patient and let things stabilize, but if gets worse see your doctor, and consider EMG/NCS.

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Answered 11/15/2021

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A member asked:

I had an accident i was told th c5 bone shifted. i experienced numbness in my middle, index, thumb fingers all the way to my shoulders it reduced to my thumb a straight line to my shoulder. it has reduced further now what should be my next step?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Dr Ferranti and another doctor agreed

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