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What Causes Electric Shock Feeling In Thumb While Stretching Arm?
hi, there, when i stretch my right arm out, i get this electric shock in my thumb..., otherwise my thumb is fine. .., the middle part of my thumb is numb...what can i do? what is the reason for this? should i be worried? thank you very much.... jean-pierre
Fri, 18 Sep 2015
Hi Jean-Pierre
There is most probably some amount of nerve compression or entrapment requiring attention from either an orthepedician or a neuro surgeon.
If you have a history of spine related abnormalities this could also be the more likely cause.
Best wishes.
There is most probably some amount of nerve compression or entrapment requiring attention from either an orthepedician or a neuro surgeon.
If you have a history of spine related abnormalities this could also be the more likely cause.
Best wishes.
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