(S54) Injury of nerves at forearm level

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69 526 in individuals diagnosis injury of nerves at forearm level confirmed

Diagnosis injury of nerves at forearm level is diagnosed Men are 58.38% more likely than Women

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Women receive the diagnosis injury of nerves at forearm level

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Risk Group for the Disease injury of nerves at forearm level - Men aged 20-24 and Women aged 55-59

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 80-84, 90-95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-79, 85-89

Disease Features injury of nerves at forearm level

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Injury of nerves at forearm level - what does this mean

Injury of nerves at forearm level occurs when there is damage to the nerves in the forearm area due to trauma, such as a cut, fracture, or other trauma. this can result in loss of sensation, numbness, and tingling in the affected area. in more severe cases, it can lead to paralysis or loss of motor control.

What happens during the disease - injury of nerves at forearm level

Injury of nerves at forearm level is typically caused by trauma or compression of the nerves in the forearm due to a sudden force or a prolonged pressure. this can be due to a direct blow to the area, a fracture of the bones in the forearm, or a tight bandage or cast that compresses the nerves. the resulting damage to the nerves can lead to a range of symptoms including pain, numbness, tingling, burning, and a decrease in sensation and/or movement.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Physical examination
  • X-ray
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
  • Electromyography (EMG)
  • Nerve conduction velocity (NCV) test
  • Ultrasound
  • Blood tests

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal of the treatment: To reduce inflammation and restore nerve function.
  • Rest
  • Application of cold compresses
  • Physical therapy
  • Traction
  • Massage
  • Medication to reduce inflammation
  • Surgery to repair the damaged nerve
  • Rehabilitation exercises
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9 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Injury of nerves at forearm level - Prevention

In order to prevent injury of nerves at forearm level, it is important to practice proper lifting techniques, use protective gear when engaging in activities that involve repetitive motion, and take regular breaks when engaging in activities that require prolonged use of the arms. additionally, it is important to maintain good posture and to stretch regularly to reduce tension in the muscles and ligaments that support the forearm.

Specified forms of the disease

(S54.0) Injury of ulnar nerve at forearm level
(S54.1) Injury of median nerve at forearm level
(S54.2) Injury of radial nerve at forearm level
(S54.3) Injury of cutaneous sensory nerve at forearm level
(S54.7) Injury of multiple nerves at forearm level
(S54.8) Injury of other nerves at forearm level
(S54.9) Injury of unspecified nerve at forearm level