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Radial Nerve Injury

Alternate Names : Radial Nerve Trauma, Radial Nerve Damage

Radial Nerve Injury | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

How is the injury recognized?

A radial nerve injury can often be diagnosed with a history and physical exam. Tests may be ordered to help figure out the cause of the nerve injury. An x-ray of the arm is commonly done to look for a break or other bone injury. A test called a nerve conduction velocity (NCV) study may be done to determine the location of the nerve injury. This test involves attaching wires to the skin. Small shocks are used to stimulate the nerve and measure its function.

Blood tests or a nerve biopsy are sometimes needed in unusual cases. A biopsy is a procedure to remove a small piece of tissue from the body. A special tool or needle can be inserted through the skin and into the nerve. A small piece of the nerve can be removed with the tool. The piece can then be sent to the lab for further examination and testing.


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Author: James Broomfield, MD
Reviewer: Adam Brochert, MD
Date Reviewed: 07/01/01



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