Nerve injury in trauma refers to damage sustained by nerves as a result of physical trauma, such as accidents, falls, or injuries sustained during sports activities. This type of injury can occur when nerves are stretched, compressed, or severed due to the force of the trauma. The severity of nerve injury can vary widely, ranging from mild temporary symptoms to permanent loss of function. Common symptoms of nerve injury in trauma include pain, weakness, numbness, tingling, or loss of sensation in the affected area. Treatment may involve rest, physical therapy, medication to manage pain and inflammation, or in severe cases, surgical repair to restore nerve function.
Surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome is a procedure performed to relieve pressure on the median nerve in the wrist. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve, which runs from the forearm into the hand, becomes compressed within the carpal tunnel—a narrow passageway in the wrist. This compression can cause symptoms such as pain, numbness, tingling, and weakness in the hand and fingers.
Surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome, known as carpal tunnel release surgery, involves cutting the ligament that forms the roof of the carpal tunnel. This procedure enlarges the tunnel and reduces pressure on the median nerve, relieving symptoms.
A brachial plexus injury refers to damage to the network of nerves that control movement and sensation in the shoulder, arm, and hand. This injury typically occurs due to trauma, such as during childbirth, motor vehicle accidents, sports injuries, or falls. The brachial plexus is a complex network of nerves that originate from the spinal cord in the neck and extend into the shoulder and arm. Damage to these nerves can result in symptoms such as weakness, numbness, pain, and loss of function in the affected limb. Treatment for brachial plexus injuries may include physical therapy, medication, nerve grafting, or surgery, depending on the severity and location of the injury.
