Nerve weakness is a common condition that can affect movement, sensation, and the ability to perform daily activities. The causes of nerve weakness vary, including peripheral nerve disorders, chronic diseases such as diabetes, or nerve compression due to disc herniation or chronic inflammation.

Symptoms of Nerve Weakness

Symptoms depend on the affected nerve and severity of the condition, and may include:

• Muscle weakness.
• Numbness or tingling in the limbs.
• Gradual loss of sensation in certain areas.
• Difficulty moving or performing daily activities.
• Chronic pain along the nerve pathway.

Diagnosis

Accurate diagnosis involves a combination of steps to determine the underlying cause:

• Clinical Examination: Evaluating neurological function through movement and sensation tests.
• Nerve Conduction Studies & Electromyography (NCS & EMG): Assessing nerve and muscle function.
• CT or MRI Imaging: Detecting nerve compression from the spine or tumors.
• Blood Tests: Ruling out causes related to chronic diseases such as diabetes or vitamin deficiencies.

Treatment Approaches

Treatment plans vary depending on the cause and severity of the weakness:

Medication

• Anti-inflammatory drugs are used to reduce nerve inflammation.
• Neuroprotective supplements such as B-complex vitamins.
• Pain relievers as needed.

Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation

• Exercises to strengthen surrounding muscles.
• Methods to improve circulation and reduce pain.
• Functional rehabilitation to restore patient activity.

Interventional Procedures

In cases unresponsive to medication or physical therapy:

• Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) for chronic nerve pain.
• Minimally invasive surgery to relieve nerve compression, such as from a herniated disc.

Treatment Goals

• Reduce pain and improve quality of life.
• Restore nerve function as much as possible.
• Enable patients to return to their normal daily activities safely.