Is radial nerve palsy reversible?

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Hello doctor!
I broke my left arm bone, diagnosed with T07 radial nerve paralysis due to a traffic accident, the phenomenon of drooping the stork neck. I raised my bare hand, still able to stretch normally. Doctor let me ask if radial nerve paralysis can be reversed? Ask your doctor for advice. I thank you.
Nguyen Thi Thanh Ngan (2001)
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Hello!
With the question “Can radial nerve palsy be reversible? ”, the doctor would like to answer as follows:
Paralysis of the radial nerve in humeral shaft fracture accounts for 18% of cases, of which nearly 90% is functional paralysis due to nerve contusion, edema , compression, usually recovers after 3-4 months, functional paralysis is common after transverse or short cross fracture of the humerus. And transverse radial nerve rupture is common in open fractures, fractures related to puncture wounds.
To assess whether the nerve has been crushed or broken, the doctor will assess the level of recovery after 3-6 months, during this time, the child must be exercised regularly to maintain hand muscle strength, grasping functions. of the hand and limit the degree of wrist stiffness due to the inability to extend the wrist. After 6 months, if there is still no recovery, the doctor may consider the possibility of nerve transplantation or tendon transfer surgery.
You should go to Rehabilitation facilities for regular exercise instructions and contact a surgeon for a follow-up examination to assess recovery.
Thank you for asking questions to Vinmec Health System, looking forward to meeting you directly for more specific advice. Best regards!

Advised by Master, Specialist Doctor I Nguyen Thi Thanh Binh - Department of General Surgery - Vinmec International Hospital Da Nang.