Such seemingly, at first glance, insignificant symptom, like numbness of the little finger on the right hand, may not be so inoffensive. Therefore, if you feel that your pinky on your right arm grows numb, like any other finger or body part, you should not ignore it.
Why does the little finger grow dumb on the right hand?
Numbness of the little finger on the right hand can be a normal reaction in the following cases:
- long work at the computer with the mouse;
- exercise with the use of hands;
- sleep in an uncomfortable position when the finger is squeezed;
- long stay outside in frosty weather.
When the finger grows dumb not because of any pathologies, this condition quickly normalizes, especially if you apply a light massage, rubbing numb little finger. If the finger sensitivity is not restored after a few minutes, numbness is present continuously for a long time or occurs periodically for no apparent reason, this may be a sign of the disease.
Since the innervation of the little finger on the right hand is responsible for the right ulnar nerve, numbness can be associated with neuropathy of the ulnar nerve. This nerve is one of the most important in the brachial plexus, it is quite large - it starts from the branches in the cervical region, from the inner bundle of the brachial plexus, and ends near the brush. In the elbow joint area, the ulnar nerve is superficial, which causes its vulnerability.
The defeat of the ulnar nerve can occur throughout the site, with the most common causes of numbness of the little finger are:
- syndrome of the small pectoral muscle, when there is compression of the underlying neurovascular bundle;
- a syndrome of the staircase muscle, which also compresses the nerves passing through the brachial plexus;
- infringement of roots of nerves of an intervertebral hernia;
- osteochondrosis of the cervical spine.
With such pathologies, patients can feel that the tip of the little finger on the right arm is numb, numbness occurs in the dream or at the end of the day, there are also other symptoms: muscle weakness
Naughty little finger on the right hand - treatment
Noticing this symptom, you should not postpone the visit to the doctor, tk. pathology can quickly progress, causing even more unpleasant manifestations. After examining and conducting the necessary studies (for example, computed tomography ), the doctor will be able to establish the cause and prescribe the treatment. Most often prescribed medication, massage, gymnastic exercises, physiotherapy. In some cases, surgery may be required.