Which department should I visit for hand numbness caused by cervical spine pain?
Disease description:
Lately, I’ve been experiencing discomfort and pain in my cervical spine while at work; the pain intensifies significantly after typing for just a short while, accompanied by numbness in my hands. I plan to visit the hospital for an examination next week. Therefore, I’d like to ask: For hand numbness caused by cervical spine pain, which department should I visit?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lin Yunfei
Orthopedics. Patients should rest adequately and keep the affected area warm; local acupuncture and physical therapy may also be beneficial. When bony stenosis is accompanied by nerve compression, conservative treatment often yields unsatisfactory results, and minimally invasive or open surgical intervention should be considered. In severe cases, patients may experience arm weakness and difficulty grasping objects. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can help clarify the extent of nerve root compression. If nerve root compression is severe, surgical treatment becomes necessary.
