Median Nerve Dysfunction
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When the median nerve — responsible for much of the sensation and movement of the hand — stops working properly, discomfort in the wrist and fingers usually appears. This condition is known as median nerve dysfunction.
Common symptoms: Tingling, burning, or numbness in the thumb, index, and middle finger, along with weakness in making a pinching motion. The discomfort may worsen at night.
Common causes: It is frequently related to compression at the wrist, repetitive movements, trauma, or inflammation of the nearby tissues.
When should you see a doctor? If the loss of sensation or strength becomes constant, it is advisable to consult a neurologist and, if appropriate, a hand surgery or orthopedics specialist, for a careful evaluation to guide proper management.
Which specialist treats median nerve dysfunction?
Median Nerve Dysfunction is usually treated by specialists in neurophysiologist.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in median nerve dysfunction
Dr. Mairim Sarduy Fernández de Castro
Dr. Lilia Aguilar Parra
Dr. Veronica Del Carmen Valladares Escobar
Dr. Hector F. Rubio Chevannier
Dr. Gerson Angel Alavez
Dr. Guillermo Molina de Dios
Dr. Manuel Porras-Betancourt
Dr. Jonás Noyola
Dr. Erick Bautista Angeles
Dr. Antonio Rodriguez de la Cruz
Dr. De Alba Graciela Olmos Garcia
Dr. Jose Antonio Galindo Morales
Dr. Maricela Olivia Franco Lira
Dr. Israel Zúñiga Castellanos
Dr. Carlos Armando Tello Valdes
Dr. Montserrat Gerez Malo
Frequently asked questions
What is median nerve dysfunction?
When the median nerve — responsible for much of the sensation and movement of the hand — stops working properly, discomfort in the wrist and fingers usually appears. This condition is known as median nerve dysfunction.
Which doctor treats median nerve dysfunction?
Median Nerve Dysfunction is usually treated by specialists in neurophysiologist.