Numbness in the hand or arm is often caused by carpal tunnel syndrome, however there are other conditions that can result in numbness, tingling, and even pain. Any process that presses or “pinches” a nerve (compression neuropathy) can result in these similar findings and a surgical evaluation is warranted.
Numbness in the hand or arm is often caused by carpal tunnel syndrome, however there are other conditions that can result in numbness, tingling, and even pain. Any process that presses or “pinches” a nerve (compression neuropathy) can result in these similar findings and a surgical evaluation is warranted.