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Expert: - 4/6/2010


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Hi, for the past 2 months I have had a numbness that comes and goes in my left pinky finger. I read online from a few sources that this could be caused by putting a lot of weight on your elbow for long periods of time. So I've been trying not to do that but now I also have a weird numb sensation over my left hip and side and I'm wondering if they could be connected or why this might be happening. I've been a smoker for the past 5 years and do not work out regularly. Could this be why these problems started?
Thanks,
Daniella

Answer
Smoking does indeed effect the circulatory system and inturn can effect your nerves. Numbness in those areas can also be caused by muscular entrapments. For instance the nervie in the pinky finger could be betting "trapped" in the hand, elbow or neck. The same can be said for the left hip. Without performing a full examination it is difficult for me to assess exactly what are causing your symptoms. I would recommend getting a full examination by a chiropractor, as well as having your diet assessed. Lack of certain nutrients and minerals can cause similar symptoms especially when smoking is concerned

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Dr. Nekessa Remy

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I am able to answer questions regarding chiropractic treatment, physical rehabilitation and musculoskeletal injuries. This involves conditions such back and neck pain, headaches, joint pain, athletic injuries, overuse injuries, sciatic, carpal tunnel and other nerve-related conditions. Various therapies including, nutrition, medical acupuncture, laser therapy, soft tissue therapy (Active Release Technique), orthotics, workplace ergonomics, postural exercises and active rehabilitation.

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10 years experience in athletic rehabilitation and exercise therapy. 7 years experience as a certified kinesiologist working in motor vehicle accident rehab. Clinic chiropractor and owner of The Chiropractic Office in Missisauga, Ontario. Graduated from Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC). On the board of Directors of The Care Management Group (Car Accident Injury Management Group)

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Ontario Chiropractic Association Canadian Chiropractic Association Canadian Chiropractic Protective Association

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Currently enrolled in the Fellowship of Chiropractic Rehabilitation Sciences (CMCC) Metrix Certified In home Assessor Graduated Magna Cum Laude from CMCC Diploma in Acupuncture from McMaster University Graduated with an Honors Degree from University of Western Ontario Certified Personal Trainer

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Doctor of Chiropractic degree from CMCC Diploma in Acupuncture from McMaster University Honors Degree in Kinesiology from the University of Western Ontario

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