HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

What Causes Numbness And Tingling In The Elbows, Forearms And Thumb?

default
Posted on Thu, 11 Oct 2018
Question: I am experiencing numbness and tingling below my elbow that extends to my thumb. If my elbow is bent it feels like my forearm and thumb suddenly go to sleep. What is causing this? It just started last night.
doctor
Answered by Dr. Ajay Panwar (34 minutes later)
Brief Answer:

Pinched nerve

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

The symptoms you are mentioning suggest a possible pinched nerve at the elbow.

A nerve conduction study may help establish the diagnosis. A short course of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines along with antineuralgic medicines like pregabalin-methylcobalamin will help in improving the symptoms.

In addition, an elbow brace will be of paramount importance.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
doctor
default
Follow up: Dr. Ajay Panwar (4 hours later)
What type of elbow brace is needed?

What type of elbow brace do you recommend for this?
doctor
Answered by Dr. Ajay Panwar (36 hours later)
Brief Answer:

Elbow brace compression support sleeve

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

A padded 'elbow brace compression support sleeve'- will be helpful.

Hope I have answered your query.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Ajay Panwar, Neurologist
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Ajay Panwar

Neurologist

Practicing since :2007

Answered : 1827 Questions

Ask me a question
premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Ask a Neurologist
Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
backtotop2
What Causes Numbness And Tingling In The Elbows, Forearms And Thumb?

Brief Answer: Pinched nerve Detailed Answer: Hi, The symptoms you are mentioning suggest a possible pinched nerve at the elbow. A nerve conduction study may help establish the diagnosis. A short course of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines along with antineuralgic medicines like pregabalin-methylcobalamin will help in improving the symptoms. In addition, an elbow brace will be of paramount importance. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.