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Definitions

Nerve injury


When to make a doctor’s appointment

See a doctor if:

  • Numbness or tingling sensation
  • Follows injury

Self-care

After a medical evaluation, healthy diet, weight loss, regular exercise, smoking cessation, and non-narcotic pain medications may help.

When to make a doctor's appointment

See a doctor if:

  • Numbness or tingling sensation
  • Follows injury