Sometimes, the injury seems to have healed, but the hand still feels weak. Numbness does not go away. These lingering symptoms may be signs that a nerve has been injured or compressed. At the Nerve Trauma & Repair Clinic at Sterling Hospitals, patients with nerve injuries and compression disorders receive specialised evaluation and personalised treatment aimed at relieving symptoms, restoring function and supporting the best possible recovery.

Because nerves carry signals that help us feel, move and control our muscles, damage caused by trauma, stretching, cutting or prolonged compression can affect both sensation and movement.

Conditions We Treat

• Nerve Injuries

Nerves may be injured due to accidents, cuts, fractures, dislocations or other forms of trauma. Depending on the severity and location of the injury, symptoms may include numbness or loss of sensation, tingling or burning sensations, muscle weakness, reduced movement or loss of muscle control, and persistent nerve-related pain. Early specialist evaluation helps determine the extent of nerve damage and the most appropriate approach to treatment.

• Nerve Compressions

A nerve can become compressed when surrounding tissues place prolonged pressure on it. This may cause pain, tingling, numbness or weakness in the area supplied by the affected nerve. Treatment focuses on relieving pressure on the nerve and preventing further loss of function. In selected cases, surgery may be required to release the compressed nerve.

Advanced Nerve Repair Procedures

The appropriate surgical approach depends on factors such as the type and severity of nerve injury, the distance between damaged nerve ends and the function affected.

• Nerve Repair

When an injured or severed nerve can be directly reconnected, the damaged ends may be carefully joined to restore continuity and create a pathway for nerve fibres to regenerate. The aim is to support the gradual recovery of sensation, muscle control and function wherever possible.

• Nerve Grafting

When a damaged section of nerve creates a gap that cannot be directly repaired, nerve grafting may be considered. A healthy segment of nerve is used to bridge the gap between the injured nerve ends, creating a pathway along which regenerating nerve fibres can grow.

• Nerve Transfers

In certain complex nerve injuries, directly repairing the damaged nerve may not provide the best possibility of restoring function. A nerve transfer involves connecting a functioning donor nerve, or part of one, to the affected nerve to help restore important movement or sensation. This approach may be considered particularly when the original nerve pathway has been severely damaged.

Why Seek Timely Care for a Nerve Injury?

Recovery from a nerve injury can depend on several factors, including the type of injury, its location and severity, and the muscles or sensory areas affected. Persistent numbness, weakness or loss of movement after an injury should therefore not be ignored. A detailed evaluation can help identify the extent of nerve damage and determine whether observation, rehabilitation, nerve decompression or reconstructive surgery may be appropriate.

Why Sterling Hospitals?

• Specialised expertise in nerve trauma and reconstruction for complex nerve injuries and compression disorders
• Comprehensive treatment options including nerve repair, nerve grafting and nerve transfers
• Personalised surgical planning based on the type, location and severity of nerve damage
• Focus on restoring function to help improve movement, sensation and muscle control wherever possible
• Multidisciplinary rehabilitation support to aid recovery after treatment and help patients regain independence

Numbness that does not go away. Weakness that makes everyday movements harder. A hand, arm, foot or leg that no longer functions the way it used to. These may be signs that a damaged or compressed nerve needs specialised attention.

With timely evaluation and the right treatment approach, it may be possible to relieve nerve compression, repair damaged pathways and improve lost function. At Sterling Hospitals, advanced nerve reconstruction is focused on one important goal: helping you regain movement, sensation and the confidence to return to everyday life.

Take the next step towards recovery. Call 98 98 98 78 78 to consult our nerve trauma and repair specialists today.