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Suggest Remedy For Numbness In The Hand

Hi, I am currently using crutches for a broken ankle/surgery and I had to stand for a long time today with the crutches under my arms. I believe I stood for too long and the crutch cut off some circulation to my right arm...hand went limp and had a hard time picking up items. Is there anything I can do to stop the feeling of my hand being asleep ?
Thu, 11 Dec 2014
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Hi ! thanks for your Query.
Crutches without proper cushion or not aligned under arm can cause nerve compression. Vitamin deficiency (Vit. B12) is also one of the causes of Neuropathy(numbness, Tingling etc.).
My Sincere advise kindly Discuss with your Treating Physician/ Physiotherapist.
Get well soon.
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Suggest Remedy For Numbness In The Hand

Hi ! thanks for your Query. Crutches without proper cushion or not aligned under arm can cause nerve compression. Vitamin deficiency (Vit. B12) is also one of the causes of Neuropathy(numbness, Tingling etc.). My Sincere advise kindly Discuss with your Treating Physician/ Physiotherapist. Get well soon.