The radial nerve runs all the way down the arm. It controls movement of the triceps muscle and wrist extension. In addition, it assists with sensation in the hand and wrist. The triceps are located on ...

The radial nerve is in the arm, and it helps control the movement of the triceps, the extension of the wrist and fingers, and the sensation in part of the hand. Radial nerve injury can cause pain, ...

DEAR DOCTORS: I’m having radial nerve problems whenever I use my triceps, like pushing the lawn mower, opening doors or pushing up from the recliner. It’s making my thumb and pointer finger very weak.

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . One of my observations of nerve injury is that it is rare to encounter the same nerve injury twice. In general, ...

Radial tunnel syndrome occurs when overuse, injury, or growth puts pressure on the arm’s radial nerve. Someone with this condition can experience pain and may find it difficult to move their forearm ...

Background: Peripheral nerve palsies of the upper extremities presenting at birth can be distressing for families and care providers. It is therefore important to be able to identify patients whose ...

Radial nerve injury can be caused by physical trauma, infection, or exposure to toxins. An injury to the radial nerve can lead to radial neuropathy, also called radial nerve palsy. The radial nerve ...

Dear Doctors: I’m having radial nerve problems whenever I use my triceps, like pushing the lawn mower, opening doors or pushing up from the recliner. It’s making my thumb and pointer finger very weak.