NERVE ENTRAPMENT
\nˈɜːv ɛntɹˈapmənt], \nˈɜːv ɛntɹˈapmənt], \n_ˈɜː_v ɛ_n_t_ɹ_ˈa_p_m_ə_n_t]\
Definitions of NERVE ENTRAPMENT
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repeated and long-term nerve compression (usually in nerves near joints that are subject to inflammation or swelling)
By Princeton University
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repeated and long-term nerve compression (usually in nerves near joints that are subject to inflammation or swelling)
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Mechanical compression of nerves or nerve roots from internal or external causes. These may result in a conduction block to nerve impulses (due to MYELIN SHEATH dysfunction) or axonal loss. The nerve and nerve sheath injuries may be caused by ISCHEMIA; INFLAMMATION; or a direct mechanical effect.
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