Fingers, Neurosurgery FAQ

Cervical spinal cord issues and surgery? Hello, Vice Dean. I would like to consult you. I have congenital S-shaped scoliosis, with a lumbar curvature of 90 degrees and significant thoracic curvature. In 2000, I developed a gastric condition that led me to sleep in a raised positi...

Mid-back numbness and peripheral numbness? Hello Doctor, in the past week or two, I have been experiencing a tingling sensation, similar to an electric shock, in the middle right part of my back. This usually occurs when I extend my right arm forward, lean forward, grip something...

Numbness and tingling in the hands and feet, muscle twitching? Eight years ago, I underwent an MRI examination that revealed herniated discs at cervical levels C3-4-5-6, which caused pain in my left shoulder and neck, as well as discomfort in my left arm, skin tingling, and occas...

Cervical intervertebral disc herniation compression Approximately 8-9 years ago, an MRI examination revealed herniated discs at the C3-4-5-6 levels, which are compressing the nerves and causing symptoms of pain and numbness in the left shoulder, neck, arm, and fingers. After unde...

Cervical and lumbar spine compression? About 8-9 years ago, I underwent an MRI examination which revealed herniated discs at the C3-4-5-6 levels causing compression. At that time, my main symptoms included numbness and pain in my left arm and fingers, along with occasional tingli...

Occasional tingling and pain in the hands and feet? Hello, doctor. Since I tested positive for COVID-19 in June, I have been experiencing occasional soreness in my left eye for about one to two weeks. I went for a consultation, and the doctor said my eyes are fatigued. After exam...

Mild tingling sensation in the right foot and big toe? I would like to ask, as I have been experiencing pain and numbness between my left index finger and thumb for an entire day, along with upper arm pain. I often feel a sensation like an electric shock extending from my upper a...

Cervical intervertebral disc herniation I would like to ask about my condition. I have been experiencing pain and numbness between my left index finger and thumb for an entire day, along with pain in the outer upper arm. I often feel a sensation like an electric shock extending f...

Unexplained pain in the fingers occurring in different locations? Hello Doctor, I don't have any significant health issues, but I've been feeling quite tense and stressed lately. I've started to notice unexplained pain in my fingers that occurs in different locatio...

Questions After Cervical Spine Surgery Due to Car Accident Hello Doctor: Due to a car accident last November, I experienced compression of the cervical spine from the helmet, resulting in a herniated disc at C3-C7 and spinal cord edema. I underwent a discectomy and fusion surgery...

Cervical radiculopathy (starting from February) Regarding the use of serratiopeptidase for cervical radiculopathy, it is important to consult with your physician before starting any new supplement or medication. Serratiopeptidase is an enzyme that may have anti-inflammatory prope...

Numbness in the hand after a head injury? Hello, doctor. A week ago, I hit my head (on the right side), and two to three days later, my left hand's ring and little fingers started to feel numb. Is there a connection between these issues? Should I see a doctor? Thank you.

Daily Disturbances I have been experiencing persistent pain from my neck to my shoulders, and sometimes it even extends to my fingers, causing numbness. Recently, this pain has spread to my deltoid area. When I press on the side of my cervical spine and then release, I feel a str...

After a motorcycle accident, the fingers became stiff after healing from the injury? My injured right middle, ring, and little fingers are currently stiff and unable to bend normally, and the tender tissue that has grown is painful. Should I see a neurosurgeon, or do I need to pu...

Numbness in the fingers after archery? Hello Doctor, I previously injured my right hand fingers while archery without wearing a finger tab (it was very painful at the time, somewhat like the sensation of eating a radish). After returning home, the tip of my middle finger started ...

Cervical spine surgery pain issues? On December 28, 2021, due to degeneration of the C5-C6 and C6-C7 intervertebral discs causing nerve compression, symptoms such as arm numbness, finger numbness, and arm pain prompted cervical spine surgery. After undergoing two surgeries to rep...

Hand injuries Hello Doctor: I would like to ask about my father, who had a work-related accident where his right hand was caught in a machine, resulting in the amputation of all five fingers. He later underwent surgery to reattach some fingers; however, the middle finger was not ...

Post-traumatic intracranial hemorrhage leading to limb impairment? In March of this year, I suffered a severe car accident that resulted in a right-sided skull fracture and intracranial hemorrhage. After surgery, I regained consciousness and underwent debridement approximately 3-...

Numbness near the left back, specifically in the area of the "Huang" point? Hello, doctor. I have had a habit of slouching since childhood, and I tend to support my head with my left hand while sitting. About two years ago, one morning after waking up and engaging in no...

Cervical osteophytes Hello Doctor, I would like to ask you about my mother who is 64 years old. She underwent cervical spine surgery for bone spurs ten years ago. Last year, she fell and started experiencing numbness and pain in her fingers again. It was later discovered that the...