Younger the patients, better the prognosis, because of better healing capacity of young tissues. Young children can recover almost normal nerve function. In contrast, a patient over 60 years old with a cut nerve in the hand would expect to recover only protective sensory function, that is, the ability to distinguish hot/cold or sharp/dull; recovery of motor function would be likely incomplete.
The age of a patient plays a crucial role in predicting their likelihood of full recovery from nerve damage. Younger individuals generally exhibit superior tissue resilience, leading to better functional outcomes. Conversely, older adults may only regain basic sensory capabilities, with limited restoration of motor function.