saddle numbness

[toloohoo]

Does saddle area numbness resolve over time? My understanding is that numbness and muscle weakness are both caused by nerve compression. I had surgery to decompress the nerves and my muscle weakness is improving, but the numbness has not changed. If both symptoms are caused by nerve compression and the surgery decompressed the nerve, why is the muscle tone returning, but not the sensation? Thanks for your time!

[Dr. Joshua]

Hi, thanks for your interesting question. Here's the answer:
http://askdoctorjoshua.com/2006/12/30/numbness-after-spinal-decompression/

[toloohoo]

Thanks for the information. I will remain patient and hopeful!! Is there anything I can do to help the nerve healing process (nutrition, physical therapy, etc.)?