A 48-year-old male asked:
Had cubical tunnel decompression, guyons canal release, and carpal tunnel release. i developed nerve pain post-surgery, in my elbow, forearm, back of arm, and numbness, tingling and now finger contractions. do i have a nerve injury or is this normal?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Donald Colantinoanswered
Internal Medicine 63 years experience
I can't consider this normal or a satisfactory result. If you're not getting satisfactory care or advice from your surgeon, I recommend consulting a hand surgeon at a department of hand surgery at a university hospital near you.
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Dr. Bennett Machanicanswered
Neurology 54 years experience
Would not say any of this is normal or the usual outcome. Definitely get a second opinion. An EMG study will reveal location and severity of your problems
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