In addition, numbness may be due to a disease or medications that cause demyelination (destruction of the protective coating ...

In some situations (eg, after injury of the radial sensory nerve), nerve repair may be indicated primarily to reduce neuroma symptoms; in these cases, sensory return is a secondary goal.

Medically reviewed by Renee Nilan, MD The brachioradialis is a large forearm muscle that helps bend the elbow, especially when the hand is in a neutral position, like holding a cup. Controlled by the ...