Nerve Compressions, Injuries, Entrapments and Tumors

The peripheral nervous system is a complex system of 43 pairs of motor and sensory nerves that connect the brain and spinal cord to the entire human body. Learn about the anatomy of the peripheral nerve system.

Conditions we treat at the Johns Hopkins Peripheral Nerve Surgery Center

Nerve Injuries:

• Brachial plexus injury
• Foot drop injury
• Spinal accessory nerve injury
• Traumatic nerve injury

Nerve compressions and entrapments:

• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Meralgia Paresthetica
• Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
• Ulnar Nerve Entrapment

Nerve Tumors:

• Malignant nerve sheath tumors
• Neurofibromas (neurofibromatosis)
• Schwannomas (schwannomatosis)

To make an appointment or request a consultation, contact the Johns Hopkins Peripheral Nerve Surgery Center at 410-614-9923.