Numbness in the fingers
Which fingers are affected can help distinguish symptoms related to the wrist, elbow, or neck.
Numbness & Nerve Symptoms
Persistent numbness or weakness may require a nerve evaluation
Numbness can be related to the spine, a peripheral nerve, or another medical condition.
The distribution of symptoms, neurological examination, and sometimes EMG and nerve conduction studies help organize the possibilities.
01 · Symptoms
Symptoms that deserve attention
Evaluation may be useful when tingling persists, sensation changes, symptoms radiate along an arm or leg, grip weakens, or a foot feels difficult to lift.
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How nerve function is assessed
The physician checks strength, sensation, reflexes, and symptom distribution.
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EMG and nerve conduction studies may be used to evaluate nerve and muscle function.
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The assessment includes Neurological examination when it helps answer the clinical question.
02 · Assessment
Testing is interpreted with the clinical picture
An EMG result is not interpreted in isolation.
Numbness that travels into the arm
The direction of symptoms, neck movement, strength, and sensation are reviewed together.
Numbness that travels into the leg
Back movement, symptom distribution, strength, and reflexes help guide the nerve assessment.
Numbness in the sole or toes
The affected area, whether one or both feet are involved, and changes with position are compared.
Numbness accompanied by weakness or sensory change
A more detailed neurological examination may be useful when sensation and strength change together.
03 · Assessment
Care options follow the assessment
The physician uses Numbness and tingling to distinguish one symptom pattern from another.
The review of Sensory change adds context about movement, timing, and daily function.
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Nerve conduction studies
The assessment uses Radiating pain to stay focused on the main concern.
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Needle EMG
The physician uses Weakness to distinguish one symptom pattern from another.
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Clinical correlation
The review of Neurological examination adds context about movement, timing, and daily function.
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Clear explanation
The assessment uses Nerve conduction studies to stay focused on the main concern.
Questions patients often ask
How can I contact the clinic before a visit?
Call +82-2-498-0888 to ask about the current schedule before you travel to the clinic.
Calling ahead can help you check the current hours before leaving for the clinic.
Where is Gordonmadi located?
The clinic is located at B1, Megabox Square, 50 Wangsimni-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
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What should I bring to the consultation?
Bring any previous imaging, reports, medication lists, or medical records that may help explain your current symptoms.
Records are most useful when their dates and the reason for each study are clear.
A medication list can also help the physician understand the current context.
What happens during the initial assessment?
The physician reviews when the problem began, examines movement and symptoms, and explains whether additional testing may be useful.
The order of the assessment can change according to the main concern.
Is testing always required?
No. Testing is considered only when it may help answer a specific question raised by the history and physical examination.
A test is useful only when its result can clarify a decision or unanswered question.
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