What Is Nerve Compression Syndrome?
4. Causes
Compression of the nerve can happen for a number of reasons. It can occur due to an abnormal growth, such as a cyst or a benign tumor, or a degenerative process such as osteoarthritis. Sometimes the cause is an underlying medical condition.
Often, the cause of nerve compression syndrome is a repetitive injury that may result from your job or your hobbies, causing the tissues surrounding the nerve to become inflamed. A traumatic injury may cause swelling or displacement, putting pressure on the nerves in the process.
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