Neuro refers to the nerves and praxia means “to act or function.” Neuropraxia is a condition in which a nerve remains in place after an injury, but it no longer transmits messages or impulses.
Neuropraxia can result from a mild stretch or direct trauma to the nerve. The nerve loses its function because of a loss of blood supply and damage to the lining around the nerve. This is usually a temporary situation. Unless there is complete disruption of the nerve cells, the nerve can recover.