Orthopaedic Surgeon Questions

Numb index finger

I broke my shoulder Feb 17th. Left arm has been in a sling since then. No surgery necessary. The last week, my index finger on that arm is numb. Is this anything to be concerned about? Thank you LeAnn

Female | 53 years old
Complaint duration: 7days
Medications: Clonidine
Conditions: High blood pressure

1 Answer

May have nerve pinch at your wrist(carpal tunnel syndrome)from the sling.If so the numbness should go away after sling use.