Which of the following is a common result of nerve entrapment?

Nerve entrapment occurs when a nerve is compressed, often resulting in various symptoms depending on which nerve is affected. Weakness in the muscles supplied by the affected nerve is a common result, as the nerves are responsible for transmitting signals to muscles to facilitate movement. When a nerve is entrapped, its ability to send these signals effectively can be impaired, leading to muscle weakness or paralysis in the area that the nerve innervates.

Increased range of motion is typically not associated with nerve entrapment; instead, patients may experience a limited range of motion due to pain or weakness. Similarly, improved electrical signal conduction would not occur, as nerve entrapment often disrupts the normal conduction pathways, leading to altered sensations or diminished muscle control. Lastly, enhanced reflexes are also not a result of nerve entrapment, as the reflex responses may be diminished depending on the extent of the entrapment and its impact on nerve function. Therefore, the indication of muscle weakness aligns with the physiological effects of nerve entrapment.