Radial neuropathy is a pathological condition that damages the radial nerve due to many different causes. Treatment of radial neuropathy is based on a combination of different measures such as monitoring, eliminating risk factors, medication, physical therapy and surgery if necessary.

There are many risks for a patient to be injured by the surgical position. Accordingly, careful assessment of each patient prior to anesthesia is important to reduce the risk of complications related to the surgical position.