Bodybuilding Training - Peripheral Nerve Injuries

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As more and more people are getting into bodybuilding, and the levels
of quality bodybuilding physique continue to rise, a new epidemic is
beginning to become prevalent: Nerve injuries. Advanced training
techniques, heavier poundages, and chemical advances also lead to
higher instances. Nerve damage is a serious cause of delay and
sometimes failure in bodybuilding careers, and any symptoms of it
should be addressed immediately with your physician.
Causes
Nerve injuries, or peripheral nerve injuries to be more precise, occur
when excessive trauma, stretching, or compression occurs in a muscle
group.
Symptoms
Any sort of tingling, pain, weakness, or numbness in muscle group area
could be a sign of nerve damage, particularly if sensation continues
for weeks.
Testing
An examination of the affected area for physical response as well as
nerve conductivity leads your doctor to making a determination. This
is not something that can be self-diagnosed accurately.
Additional risk factors
Athletes using human growth hormone are very prone to carpal tunnel
syndrome as the components of the wrist begin their very slow
thickening due to the GH functions. Nerve compression in wrists,
hands, and feet is very common in GH users.
Treatment
In the majority of cases, rest and a short to extended layoff form
weight training is recommended. In these cases, the damage is
temporary due to trauma or strain, and the nerves are able to return
to normal function. In some cases, such as when the body has been
permanently altered (as is the case with GH use), surgery can be
required. If you believe you have peripheral nerve damage, get it
checked out by a doctor immediately. Left unchecked, it can lead to
severe long-term damage which might keep you out of bodybuilding. Not
only can it lead to more severe injuries which will keep you from
training, but the effects on your symmetry from under-developed areas
due to nerve damage can keep you out of the winner's circle as well.
If you fear you may have nerve damage, get it checked out!