A member asked:

I have a pinched nerve that has lead to muscle weakness/atrophy. will i regain my strength and muscle mass?

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Dr. Ken Yonemura answered

Specializes in Neurosurgery

Weakness & Atrophy: Significant weakness may be a sign of permanent nerve injury. Continued nerve pain with weakness would indicate an "active" nerve compression and a clear indication for surgery. Strength can improve but muscle atrophy may not change if the process is chronic, greater than 6 months.

Answered 4/19/2020

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