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			{{Infobox medical condition
			\| name = Neurapraxia
			\| image = [[File:US_Navy_051203-N-9769P-549_Navy_slot_back_Reggie_Campbell_(7)_of_Sanford,_Fla.,_tackles_Army_Running_Back_Scott_Wesley_(82)_during_a_punt_return_during_the_106th_Army_vs._Navy_Football_game_held_for_the_third_consecutive_year_a.jpg\|250px]]
			\| caption = Neurapraxia can occur in contact sports due to sudden impact.
			\| field = [[Neurology]]
			\| synonyms =
			\| symptoms = Loss of motor and sensory function
			\| complications =
			\| onset = Sudden
			\| duration = Temporary
			\| causes = [[Trauma (medicine)\|Trauma]], [[compression (physics)\|compression]]
			\| risks = Contact sports, repetitive motion
			\| diagnosis = [[Clinical examination]], [[Electromyography]]
			\| differential = [[Axonotmesis]], [[Neurotmesis]]
			\| treatment = Rest, physical therapy
			\| prognosis = Good, full recovery expected
			\| frequency = Common in athletes
			}}
	'''Neurapraxia''' is a type of [[peripheral nerve injury]] that is characterized by a temporary loss of motor and sensory function due to blockage of nerve conduction. It is the mildest form of nerve injury and is often caused by compression or ischemia.		'''Neurapraxia''' is a type of [[peripheral nerve injury]] that is characterized by a temporary loss of motor and sensory function due to blockage of nerve conduction. It is the mildest form of nerve injury and is often caused by compression or ischemia.

	== Pathophysiology ==		== Pathophysiology ==
	Neurapraxia occurs when there is a disruption in the conduction of the nerve impulse along the nerve fiber. This disruption is usually due to a localized injury that affects the [[myelin sheath]] but leaves the [[axon]] intact. The injury results in a temporary loss of function, but the nerve structure remains preserved, allowing for full recovery over time.		Neurapraxia occurs when there is a disruption in the conduction of the nerve impulse along the nerve fiber. This disruption is usually due to a localized injury that affects the [[myelin sheath]] but leaves the [[axon]] intact. The injury results in a temporary loss of function, but the nerve structure remains preserved, allowing for full recovery over time.

	== Causes ==		== Causes ==
	Neurapraxia is commonly caused by:		Neurapraxia is commonly caused by:
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	* [[Ischemia]], which is a lack of blood supply to the nerve.		* [[Ischemia]], which is a lack of blood supply to the nerve.
	* [[Trauma]], such as a blow or impact that compresses the nerve.		* [[Trauma]], such as a blow or impact that compresses the nerve.

	== Symptoms ==		== Symptoms ==
	The symptoms of neurapraxia include:		The symptoms of neurapraxia include:
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	* Loss of sensation or numbness.		* Loss of sensation or numbness.
	* Tingling or "pins and needles" sensation.		* Tingling or "pins and needles" sensation.

	== Diagnosis ==		== Diagnosis ==
	Diagnosis of neurapraxia is typically made through clinical examination and patient history. [[Electromyography]] (EMG) and [[nerve conduction studies]] can be used to assess the extent of the nerve injury and to differentiate neurapraxia from more severe nerve injuries such as [[axonotmesis]] or [[neurotmesis]].		Diagnosis of neurapraxia is typically made through clinical examination and patient history. [[Electromyography]] (EMG) and [[nerve conduction studies]] can be used to assess the extent of the nerve injury and to differentiate neurapraxia from more severe nerve injuries such as [[axonotmesis]] or [[neurotmesis]].

	== Treatment ==		== Treatment ==
	[[File:US Navy 051203-N-9769P-549 Navy slot back Reggie Campbell (7) of Sanford, Fla., tackles Army Running Back Scott Wesley (82) during a punt return during the 106th Army vs. Navy Football game held for the third consecutive year a.jpg\|thumb\|left\|Sports injuries, such as those occurring in football, can lead to neurapraxia.]]
	Treatment for neurapraxia focuses on relieving the cause of the nerve compression and allowing time for recovery. This may include:		Treatment for neurapraxia focuses on relieving the cause of the nerve compression and allowing time for recovery. This may include:
	* Rest and avoidance of activities that exacerbate symptoms.		* Rest and avoidance of activities that exacerbate symptoms.
	* Physical therapy to maintain muscle strength and flexibility.		* Physical therapy to maintain muscle strength and flexibility.
	* Pain management with medications if necessary.		* Pain management with medications if necessary.

	== Prognosis ==		== Prognosis ==
	The prognosis for neurapraxia is generally excellent, with most patients experiencing full recovery within weeks to months. The recovery time depends on the severity of the compression and the duration of the injury.		The prognosis for neurapraxia is generally excellent, with most patients experiencing full recovery within weeks to months. The recovery time depends on the severity of the compression and the duration of the injury.
			== See Also ==
	== ~~Related pages~~ ==
	* [[Peripheral nerve injury]]		* [[Peripheral nerve injury]]
	* [[Axonotmesis]]		* [[Axonotmesis]]
	* [[Neurotmesis]]		* [[Neurotmesis]]
	* [[Myelin]]		* [[Myelin]]

	[[Category:Neurology]]		[[Category:Neurology]]
	[[Category:Peripheral nervous system disorders]]		[[Category:Peripheral nervous system disorders]]

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	~~== Neurapraxia ==~~

	~~[[File:Neurapraxia_image.jpg\|thumb\|right\|Illustration of a nerve affected by neurapraxia.]]~~

	'''Neurapraxia''' is a type of [[peripheral nerve injury]] that is characterized by a temporary loss of motor and sensory function due to blockage of nerve conduction. It is the mildest form of nerve injury and is often caused by compression or ischemia.		'''Neurapraxia''' is a type of [[peripheral nerve injury]] that is characterized by a temporary loss of motor and sensory function due to blockage of nerve conduction. It is the mildest form of nerve injury and is often caused by compression or ischemia.

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	~~{{Short description\|A type of nerve injury}}~~		== Neurapraxia ==
	~~{{Use dmy dates\|date~~=~~October 2023}}~~

	~~'''Neurapraxia''' is a type of~~ [[~~nerve injury]] that is characterized by a temporary loss of motor and sensory function due to blockage of nerve conduction~~. ~~It is the mildest form~~ of nerve ~~injury and is often caused~~ by ~~compression or ischemia. Neurapraxia is typically reversible, with full recovery expected~~.		[[File:Neurapraxia_image.jpg\|thumb\|right\|Illustration of a nerve affected by neurapraxia.]]

	~~==Pathophysiology==~~		'''Neurapraxia''' is a type of [[peripheral nerve injury]] that is characterized by a temporary loss of motor and sensory function due to blockage of nerve conduction. It is the mildest form of nerve injury and is often caused by compression or ischemia.
	Neurapraxia ~~occurs when there~~ is a ~~disruption in the conduction~~ of ~~the nerve impulse along the nerve fiber, without any anatomical disruption of the~~ nerve ~~itself. This condition is often the result of a localized~~ injury that ~~causes~~ a temporary ~~block in~~ nerve conduction. ~~The [[myelin sheath]], which insulates nerve fibers, may be affected, but~~ the ~~[[axon]] remains intact. This distinguishes neurapraxia from more severe~~ nerve ~~injuries such as [[axonotmesis]]~~ and ~~[[neurotmesis]]~~.

	==~~Causes~~==		== Pathophysiology ==
	Neurapraxia ~~can be caused by various factors, including:~~		Neurapraxia occurs when there is a disruption in the conduction of the nerve impulse along the nerve fiber. This disruption is usually due to a localized injury that affects the [[myelin sheath]] but leaves the [[axon]] intact. The injury results in a temporary loss of function, but the nerve structure remains preserved, allowing for full recovery over time.
	* '''Compression''': Prolonged pressure on a nerve~~, such as from a tight cast or prolonged immobility, can lead to neurapraxia~~.
	* '''Ischemia''': Reduced blood flow to a ~~nerve can cause temporary dysfunction~~.
	* '''Trauma''': Blunt trauma or a sudden stretch injury ~~can result~~ in ~~neurapraxia.~~
	* '''Surgical procedures''': Certain surgical positions or techniques may inadvertently compress nerves.

	==~~Symptoms~~==		== Causes ==
	~~The symptoms of neurapraxia can vary depending on the affected nerve but generally include~~:		Neurapraxia is commonly caused by:
	* ~~'''Weakness''': Temporary weakness in~~ the ~~muscles innervated by the affected~~ nerve.		* [[Compression]] of the nerve, such as from a [[tourniquet]] or tight bandage.
	* ~~'''Numbness''': Loss~~ of ~~sensation in the area supplied by~~ the nerve.		* [[Ischemia]], which is a lack of blood supply to the nerve.
	* ~~'''Tingling''': A "pins and needles" sensation.~~		* [[Trauma]], such as a blow or impact that compresses the nerve.
	* '''Pain''': Mild to moderate pain may be present.

	==~~Diagnosis~~==		== Symptoms ==
	~~Diagnosis~~ of neurapraxia ~~is primarily clinical, based on~~ the ~~history~~ of ~~the injury and physical examination~~. ~~[[Electromyography]] (EMG) and [[nerve conduction studies]] can be used to confirm the diagnosis~~ and ~~assess the severity of the nerve injury~~.		The symptoms of neurapraxia include:
			* Loss of motor function in the affected area.
			* Loss of sensation or numbness.
			* Tingling or "pins and needles" sensation.

	==~~Treatment~~==		== Diagnosis ==
	~~The treatment~~ of neurapraxia ~~focuses on relieving~~ the ~~cause~~ of the nerve ~~compression~~ and ~~supporting recovery. Common approaches include:~~		Diagnosis of neurapraxia is typically made through clinical examination and patient history. [[Electromyography]] (EMG) and [[nerve conduction studies]] can be used to assess the extent of the nerve injury and to differentiate neurapraxia from more severe nerve injuries such as [[axonotmesis]] or [[neurotmesis]].
	* '''Rest''': Avoiding activities that exacerbate symptoms.
	* '''Physical therapy''': Exercises to ~~maintain muscle strength and flexibility.~~
	* '''Pain management''': Use of analgesics or ~~anti-inflammatory medications.~~
	* '''Surgical intervention''': Rarely required, but may be necessary if there is a structural cause of compression that cannot be relieved by conservative measures.

	==~~Prognosis~~==		== Treatment ==
	~~The prognosis~~ for ~~neurapraxia is generally excellent~~, ~~with most patients experiencing full recovery within weeks~~ to ~~months~~. ~~The duration of recovery depends~~ on the ~~severity~~ of the ~~initial injury~~ and ~~the effectiveness~~ of ~~the treatment~~.		[[File:US Navy 051203-N-9769P-549 Navy slot back Reggie Campbell (7) of Sanford, Fla., tackles Army Running Back Scott Wesley (82) during a punt return during the 106th Army vs. Navy Football game held for the third consecutive year a.jpg\|thumb\|left\|Sports injuries, such as those occurring in football, can lead to neurapraxia.]]
			Treatment for neurapraxia focuses on relieving the cause of the nerve compression and allowing time for recovery. This may include:
			* Rest and avoidance of activities that exacerbate symptoms.
			* Physical therapy to maintain muscle strength and flexibility.
			* Pain management with medications if necessary.

	==Related pages==		== Prognosis ==
			The prognosis for neurapraxia is generally excellent, with most patients experiencing full recovery within weeks to months. The recovery time depends on the severity of the compression and the duration of the injury.

			== Related pages ==
			* [[Peripheral nerve injury]]
	* [[Axonotmesis]]		* [[Axonotmesis]]
	* [[Neurotmesis]]		* [[Neurotmesis]]
	* [[~~Peripheral nerve injury]]~~		* [[Myelin]]
	* [[Electromyography]]

	[[Category:Neurology]]		[[Category:Neurology]]
	[[Category:Peripheral nervous system disorders]]		[[Category:Peripheral nervous system disorders]]
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	~~File:Neurapraxia image.jpg\|Neurapraxia~~
	File:US Navy 051203-N-9769P-549 Navy slot back Reggie Campbell (7) of Sanford, Fla., tackles Army Running Back Scott Wesley (82) during a punt return during the 106th Army vs. Navy Football game held for the third consecutive year a.jpg\|Neurapraxia
	~~</gallery>~~

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	[[Category:Peripheral nervous system disorders]]		[[Category:Peripheral nervous system disorders]]
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			File:Neurapraxia image.jpg\|Neurapraxia
			File:US Navy 051203-N-9769P-549 Navy slot back Reggie Campbell (7) of Sanford, Fla., tackles Army Running Back Scott Wesley (82) during a punt return during the 106th Army vs. Navy Football game held for the third consecutive year a.jpg\|Neurapraxia
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	~~'''Neurapraxia''' is a~~ type of [[nerve damage]] that occurs due to a blockage in nerve conduction, typically lasting for a period of time but not permanently. This condition is often associated with [[sports injuries]] and other forms of physical trauma.		{{Short description\|A type of nerve injury}}
			{{Use dmy dates\|date=October 2023}}

	~~== Causes ==~~		'''Neurapraxia''' is a type of [[nerve injury]] that is characterized by a temporary loss of motor and sensory function due to blockage of nerve conduction. It is the mildest form of nerve injury and is often caused by compression or ischemia. Neurapraxia is typically reversible, with full recovery expected.
	Neurapraxia is ~~most commonly caused by~~ [[~~trauma~~]] to ~~the~~ nerve~~, often as a result of a sports injury~~. ~~Other potential causes include [[pressure]] on~~ the nerve~~, [[hypoxia]] (lack of oxygen),~~ and [[ischemia~~]] (lack of blood flow)~~.

	== ~~Symptoms~~ ==		==Pathophysiology==
	~~The primary symptom of neurapraxia~~ is a ~~sudden loss~~ of ~~sensation or motor function in~~ the ~~area supplied by~~ the ~~affected~~ nerve. This ~~can include~~ [[~~numbness~~]], [[~~tingling~~]]~~, or~~ [[~~weakness~~]]~~. In severe cases, it may result in temporary~~ [[~~paralysis~~]].		Neurapraxia occurs when there is a disruption in the conduction of the nerve impulse along the nerve fiber, without any anatomical disruption of the nerve itself. This condition is often the result of a localized injury that causes a temporary block in nerve conduction. The [[myelin sheath]], which insulates nerve fibers, may be affected, but the [[axon]] remains intact. This distinguishes neurapraxia from more severe nerve injuries such as [[axonotmesis]] and [[neurotmesis]].

	== ~~Diagnosis~~ ==		==Causes==
	~~Diagnosis of neurapraxia typically involves~~ a ~~physical examination and a review of the patient's medical history. Additional tests~~, such as [[nerve ~~conduction studies]] and [[electromyography]],~~ may ~~also be used~~.		Neurapraxia can be caused by various factors, including:
			* '''Compression''': Prolonged pressure on a nerve, such as from a tight cast or prolonged immobility, can lead to neurapraxia.
			* '''Ischemia''': Reduced blood flow to a nerve can cause temporary dysfunction.
			* '''Trauma''': Blunt trauma or a sudden stretch injury can result in neurapraxia.
			* '''Surgical procedures''': Certain surgical positions or techniques may inadvertently compress nerves.

	== ~~Treatment~~ ==		==Symptoms==
	~~Treatment for~~ neurapraxia ~~primarily involves rest and avoiding activities that could further damage~~ the nerve. ~~In some cases, [[physical therapy]] may be recommended to help restore function. If~~ the ~~cause of~~ the ~~neurapraxia is a structural issue, such as a [[herniated disc]], surgery~~ may be ~~required~~.		The symptoms of neurapraxia can vary depending on the affected nerve but generally include:
			* '''Weakness''': Temporary weakness in the muscles innervated by the affected nerve.
			* '''Numbness''': Loss of sensation in the area supplied by the nerve.
			* '''Tingling''': A "pins and needles" sensation.
			* '''Pain''': Mild to moderate pain may be present.

	== ~~Prognosis~~ ==		==Diagnosis==
	~~The prognosis for~~ neurapraxia is ~~generally good~~, ~~with most patients experiencing a full recovery within a few weeks~~ to ~~months. However,~~ the ~~exact timeline can vary depending on~~ the severity of the nerve ~~damage and the individual's overall health~~.		Diagnosis of neurapraxia is primarily clinical, based on the history of the injury and physical examination. [[Electromyography]] (EMG) and [[nerve conduction studies]] can be used to confirm the diagnosis and assess the severity of the nerve injury.

	== ~~See also~~ ==		==Treatment==
	* [[~~Nerve injury~~]]		The treatment of neurapraxia focuses on relieving the cause of the nerve compression and supporting recovery. Common approaches include:
	* [[~~Nerve conduction study~~]]		* '''Rest''': Avoiding activities that exacerbate symptoms.
			* '''Physical therapy''': Exercises to maintain muscle strength and flexibility.
			* '''Pain management''': Use of analgesics or anti-inflammatory medications.
			* '''Surgical intervention''': Rarely required, but may be necessary if there is a structural cause of compression that cannot be relieved by conservative measures.

			==Prognosis==
			The prognosis for neurapraxia is generally excellent, with most patients experiencing full recovery within weeks to months. The duration of recovery depends on the severity of the initial injury and the effectiveness of the treatment.

			==Related pages==
			* [[Axonotmesis]]
			* [[Neurotmesis]]
			* [[Peripheral nerve injury]]
	* [[Electromyography]]		* [[Electromyography]]

	[[Category:~~Neurological disorders~~]]		[[Category:Neurology]]
	[[Category:~~Sports injuries~~]]		[[Category:Peripheral nervous system disorders]]
	~~[[Category:Medical conditions]]~~

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	~~File:Neurapraxia_image.jpg\|Neurapraxia~~
	File:US_Navy_051203-N-9769P-549_Navy_slot_back_Reggie_Campbell_(7)_of_Sanford,_Fla.,_tackles_Army_Running_Back_Scott_Wesley_(82)_during_a_punt_return_during_the_106th_Army_vs._Navy_Football_game_held_for_the_third_consecutive_year_a.jpg\|Neurapraxia
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'''Neurapraxia''' is a type of [[nerve damage]] that occurs due to a blockage in nerve conduction, typically lasting for a period of time but not permanently. This condition is often associated with [[sports injuries]] and other forms of physical trauma.

== Causes ==
Neurapraxia is most commonly caused by [[trauma]] to the nerve, often as a result of a sports injury. Other potential causes include [[pressure]] on the nerve, [[hypoxia]] (lack of oxygen), and [[ischemia]] (lack of blood flow).

== Symptoms ==
The primary symptom of neurapraxia is a sudden loss of sensation or motor function in the area supplied by the affected nerve. This can include [[numbness]], [[tingling]], or [[weakness]]. In severe cases, it may result in temporary [[paralysis]].

== Diagnosis ==
Diagnosis of neurapraxia typically involves a physical examination and a review of the patient's medical history. Additional tests, such as [[nerve conduction studies]] and [[electromyography]], may also be used.

== Treatment ==
Treatment for neurapraxia primarily involves rest and avoiding activities that could further damage the nerve. In some cases, [[physical therapy]] may be recommended to help restore function. If the cause of the neurapraxia is a structural issue, such as a [[herniated disc]], surgery may be required.

== Prognosis ==
The prognosis for neurapraxia is generally good, with most patients experiencing a full recovery within a few weeks to months. However, the exact timeline can vary depending on the severity of the nerve damage and the individual's overall health.

== See also ==
* [[Nerve injury]]
* [[Nerve conduction study]]
* [[Electromyography]]

[[Category:Neurological disorders]]
[[Category:Sports injuries]]
[[Category:Medical conditions]]

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