What is Nerve Entrapment?

Most Common Types of Nerve Compression

Common clinical conditions include Carpal Tunnel Syndrome at the wrist, Cubital Tunnel Syndrome at the elbow, and cervical/lumbar radiculopathy from disc herniations.

Risk of Permanent Nerve Damage

Prolonged compression causes structural nerve fiber damage. What begins as nocturnal tingling can evolve into thumb muscle atrophy and dropping held objects.

Primary Symptoms

• Nighttime numbness and tingling waking the patient from sleep
• Electric shock sensations and weakened grip strength
• Involuntarily dropping items held in the hand
• Radiating sharp pain along the limb

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does nerve decompression surgery take?

Carpal tunnel release typically takes 15 to 20 minutes under local anesthesia as an outpatient procedure.