Fourth & Fifth Finger Numbness: Could Your Neck Be to Blame?

About this episode

The episode discusses the potential link between neck issues and numbness in the fourth and fifth fingers.

Welcome back to the Restoring Human Movement podcast! Are you experiencing frustrating numbness or tingling in your fourth and fifth fingers? While there's a lot to unpack when it comes to nerve issues, today we're diving into the common causes of this specific type of finger numbness. Here's a crucial insight: If you're feeling this numbness in both hands, there's a high probability it's actually originating from your neck or spine! It's far less common to have bilateral cubital tunnel syndrome or carpal tunnel syndrome, making the spine a primary suspect – even if you don't have obvious neck pain or stiffness. Important Disclaimer: The information in this podcast is not medical advice. It is your responsibility to seek a proper examination and diagnosis from a qualified medical professional. This isn't just for liability; getting the right care early on is critical. Many people delay treatment for numbness, especially if weakness develops, and waiting too long can make full recovery significantly more challenging in the future. Don't let poor initial care lead to prolonged problems. Tune in to understand why acting early is so important! Looking to get in touch with our office…

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Sebastian Gonzales

Topics covered

• finger numbness
• nerve issues
• cubital tunnel syndrome
• carpal tunnel syndrome
• neck pain
• spine health

Keywords

• numbness
• tingling
• neck
• spine
• cubital tunnel syndrome
• carpal tunnel syndrome
• treatment
• physiotherapy

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: P2 Sports Care

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