A tickly itch, a painful scratch, or the feeling of a refreshing breeze—the skin is teaming with nerve endings that drive these sensations. Scientists are getting into the epidermis to explore how ...

Carpal tunnel syndrome affects 87 men and 192 women per 100,000 population worldwide. 1 Common signs include paresthesia, pain, and weakness in the median nerve distribution of the hand. Symptoms of ...

In just the last few years, however, there have been hints that peripheral nerves in some cases may be able to slow tumor growth instead. Dr. Simon and his team have expertise in studying the growth ...

The sural nerve provides sensation to the back of the lower leg, including the calf, outer ankle, heel, and toes. The sural nerve aids in foot placement and balance by sensing pain, temperature, and ...

Nerve fibers within melanomas can slow their growth, according to a study led by Weill Cornell Medicine investigators. The findings help clarify the emerging field of cancer neuroscience and may ...