Benign peripheral nerve sheath tumors, including schwannomas and neurofibromas, are non-cancerous growths that develop along peripheral nerves. Most can be monitored safely, but symptomatic or enlarging tumors are often treated with surgery.
Carpal tunnel syndrome is the most common nerve compression condition in the body. It causes pain, numbness, and tingling in the thumb, index, and middle fingers, often worse at night.
Common peroneal (fibular) nerve entrapment is compression of the nerve as it wraps around the outside of the knee. It can cause numbness in the lower leg and top of the foot and, in severe cases, foot drop.
Cubital tunnel syndrome is compression of the ulnar nerve at the elbow. It typically causes numbness and tingling on the inner forearm and in the ring and little fingers, along with grip weakness.
Dystonia is a movement disorder that causes involuntary, sustained muscle contractions, producing twisting movements and abnormal postures. It can affect one area, several neighboring areas, or the whole body.
Malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumors (MPNSTs) are rare cancerous growths arising from nerve tissue. Early diagnosis and a coordinated surgical, radiation, and medical oncology plan are essential.
Neurofibromatosis is a group of genetic conditions that cause tumors to grow along the nerves — most often benign, but occasionally malignant. It is typically diagnosed in childhood or early adulthood and is managed by a multidisciplinary team.
Radial tunnel syndrome is compression of the radial nerve in the forearm. It causes pain in the outer elbow and back of the forearm, sometimes with wrist or finger extension weakness.
Spasticity is involuntary muscle stiffness caused by abnormal signaling between the brain, spinal cord, and muscles. It can affect one or many muscle groups and can lead to pain, abnormal posture, and difficulty with movement.
Thoracic outlet syndrome is a group of conditions in which nerves or blood vessels are compressed between the collarbone and first rib. It causes arm pain, numbness, weakness, or circulation changes — especially with overhead activity.
Tarsal tunnel syndrome is compression of the tibial nerve behind the inner ankle. It causes burning pain, numbness, and tingling in the sole of the foot — often worse with prolonged standing.
