Why has the back of my neck gone numb?
Overview. Numbness in your neck might feel like your neck is tingling or like it’s “asleep.” It’s usually caused by an issue with the spinal cord or other nerves. In some cases, it may be caused by conditions like migraines or multiple sclerosis.
Is numbness after surgery normal?
The area immediately around an incision is often numb after surgery and may continue to be numb for several months after surgery. 5 This is caused by the nerves that run through the surgical site being damaged, and the sensation often returns in the months following surgery.
Can I sue for nerve damage after surgery?
If your nerve damage was caused by a botched or failed surgery, you may be able to file a medical malpractice lawsuit. Oftentimes nerve problems after surgery resolve on their own, but sometimes the damage is more severe and will cause lifelong issues.
What causes numbness in the upper back and neck?
Upper Back and Neck Tingling. If you notice a tingling or numbness in your back and also your neck, you may be experiencing a condition called cervical spondylotic myelopathy (CSM). CSM happens when your spinal cord becomes compressed, usually because of degenerative changes in your spine due to age.
What should I do if I have numbness in my neck?
Surgery can treat some conditions that cause neck numbness, such as cervical stenosis, a severe pinched nerve, or herniated disc. However, it should not be considered without first trying conservative treatment, like rest, heat and ice, and physical therapy.
What to do about numbness after spine surgery?
Numbness following surgery is usually managed with nerve pain medications and drugs to manage inflammation and swelling that can also make nerve-related pain worse. If you notice radiating numbness or tingling sensations that suddenly appear or it becomes increasingly worse during your recovery period, let your doctor know.
Can a herniated disc cause numbness in the neck?
Surgery can treat some conditions that cause neck numbness, such as cervical stenosis, a severe pinched nerve, or herniated disc. However, it should not be considered without first trying conservative treatment, like rest, heat and ice, and physical therapy. Potential surgeries include spinal fusion and disc replacement.
Why do I have numbness in my Arms after spine surgery?
Numbness felt elsewhere can also be lingering discomfort from the condition the surgery corrected. With decompression spine surgery, for instance, a disc that’s placing pressure on a nerve root is either fully or partially removed, but the nerve root itself may still be sending pain signals to the arms, shoulders, and legs until it fully heals.
Surgery can treat some conditions that cause neck numbness, such as cervical stenosis, a severe pinched nerve, or herniated disc. However, it should not be considered without first trying conservative treatment, like rest, heat and ice, and physical therapy.
Upper Back and Neck Tingling. If you notice a tingling or numbness in your back and also your neck, you may be experiencing a condition called cervical spondylotic myelopathy (CSM). CSM happens when your spinal cord becomes compressed, usually because of degenerative changes in your spine due to age.
Surgery can treat some conditions that cause neck numbness, such as cervical stenosis, a severe pinched nerve, or herniated disc. However, it should not be considered without first trying conservative treatment, like rest, heat and ice, and physical therapy. Potential surgeries include spinal fusion and disc replacement.