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If nagging arm pain has left you with reduced range of motion and struggling to perform basic tasks, you may be dealing with an underlying injury. Join Airrosti’s Brooke Green, DC, as she explains the common causes and injuries associated with arm pain. She also covers traditional treatment methods and how Airrosti can help you find arm pain relief.
Arm pain can present itself in various sections of the arm. You may experience pain in the rotator cuff or shoulder, elbow pain, wrist pain, or carpal tunnel syndrome. Arm pain is often caused by a sports or activity-related injury, but can also be caused by soft tissue imbalance, a joint injury, a pinched nerve, or restricted blood flow.
While we usually think of an arm injury as something that happens during activity, it can also occur over a long period of time. Because of our reliance on our arms to complete everyday tasks, they can easily become overworked. Overuse injuries involving the arm can develop if the arm is used to compensate for weakness in other muscles, like the shoulders, neck, or back.
Identifying the specific location of your pain can often help determine the type of injury involved. A muscle strain in your bicep or tricep will most likely be felt in the upper arm. Injuries like tennis elbow and carpal tunnel syndrome will likely manifest pain in the forearm and wrist.
Common causes of arm pain include:
Symptoms of arm pain may vary based on the location of the injury. In some cases, arm pain can be a symptom of a problem in other parts of the body, like your neck or shoulder joint.
Potential signs of an arm injury include:
Severe traumatic injuries like fractures may feature additional symptoms like bruising and difficulty moving your arm. Depending on the cause, pain can start suddenly or develop over time.
Pain in the left arm, combined with excessive sweating, nausea, difficulty breathing, palpitations, fainting, or chest pain can be signs of a heart attack. Please call 911 if you think you might be having a heart attack.
Older adults have a greater chance of having arm problems because they lose muscle mass as they age. Children may have arm problems because of overuse injuries. Injuries in children occur more often because their bones have not fully developed. Individuals who exercise with improper form, or try to exercise beyond their limits, are also more likely to sustain an arm injury.
The treatment for arm pain depends on the underlying cause. For pain due to overuse injuries, the treatment typically includes rest, ice, compression, and elevation.
If the pain is more severe, a splint or sling, or anti-inflammatory medications for pain may be prescribed. For more severe injuries, like fractures or complete muscle tears, surgery may be recommended.
At Airrosti, our providers will conduct a thorough evaluation of your pain and develop a personalized treatment plan for your specific injury. In addition, we also provide tools and resources that can boost your recovery and help you avoid future pain..
Don’t let chronic arm pain hold you back. schedule an appointment with an Airrosti provider today and get back to doing the things you love most, pain free.
We offer convenient remote telehealth options in addition to in-office visits. Call us today at (800) 404-6050 to learn more about treatment at Airrosti or find a provider near you.
Reviewed by Casey Crisp, Doctor of Chiropractic
Disclaimer: Always consult with your doctor before starting any exercise program. If you experience any numbness, tingling or reproduction of your symptoms, please contact your doctor.
Before I even began my recovery journey, Airrosti and Dr. Moll were both highly referred by my boyfriend who was able to rehab his shoulder through this program. So, when I experienced my own issues, they were the first people I contacted. Golf and Crossfit are my two sports and while I've never had a significant or major injury, I was starting to experience numbness and tingling in my left hand/forearm, a pinching in my left armpit, and major neck and back tightness. Dr. Moll was amazing to work with because we had to do some experimentation to really pinpoint my issues since my movement was uninhibited for the most part, but I was experiencing symptoms for the rest of the day after movement. Dr. Moll has been so gracious and enthusiast...+ show moreic about guiding me through this process and even though it was via telehealth it was still just as effective as in-person since we did virtual tests and he could send me example videos during our calls. Other items that I really enjoyed about the Airrosti program included: they send you a box of rehab goodies specifically for your rehab needs (the peanut is my absolute favorite), the app provides detailed videos to walk you through your exercises and stretches, if you need help with accountability the app really makes sure to check in with you and you can track your sessions, scheduling or rescheduling sessions through the app is extremely easy, and they let you keep your rehab program even after your program is done. I truly feel that Airrosti and Dr. Moll specifically go above and beyond to ensure that you are well taken care of. They are not interested in rushing you through the process and genuinely want to make sure that you come out of it completely improved. I can't even begin to express my gratitude to Dr. Moll for handling my needs so well and being extremely knowledgeable in finding and addressing the root of my issues. He truly CARES and that is what makes all the difference in the world. My sincerest thanks to Dr. Moll and Airrosti for making this program possible.
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