Expert Advice   Print Version Q. Part of my hand feels numb and my arm just doesn't seem as strong as it should. Could this be from a pinched nerve? A. Your symptoms may be a signal that a nerve is "pinched." The medical term for this is radiculopathy, which happens when a nerve is irritated from something rubbing or pressing on it. This can lead to numbness in the skin, weakness in the muscles, and a loss of reflexes in the area controlled by the nerve. Usual causes of radiculopathy include herniated discs and bone spurs. Other causes are tumors or fractures that cause pressure on one or more nerves. Print Version		Anatomy and Function of the Spine Spondylolysis and Spondylolisthesis Diagnostic Tests for Spine Problems Q. When can I play golf, ride a bike, or go hiking after spine surgery? A. It depends on the type and location of your surgery. A micro-discectomy… Clicking on any of the links will take you to a Web site to which this Privacy Policy does not apply. You are solely responsible for your interactions with such Web sites. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

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