Arm-pain: Causes & Reasons

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Possible Causes for arm pain

Fracture

Here however, we describe the case of a young, amateur athlete presenting with acute right, upper arm pain after throwing a ball. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Arm: Pain, swelling, abnormal bend, difficulty using or moving arm, warmth, bruising, or redness Elbow: Pain, swelling, bruising, stiffness, a ‘pop’ noise at the time of fracture [my.clevelandclinic.org]

Examination showed right upper arm deformity and tenderness to palpation, without any distal neurovascular deficits. X-ray demonstrated a spiral fracture of the humerus. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Arthritis

Some people have pain even when they are not using the arm, and some have pain only when using it. [hopkinsmedicine.org]

Polymyalgia rheumatica Polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) causes pain, stiffness and tenderness in large muscles, typically around the shoulders, upper arms and hips. [patient.info]

[…] in joint, site unspecified convert 719.40 to ICD-10-CM 719.41 Pain in joint, shoulder region convert 719.41 to ICD-10-CM 719.42 Pain in joint, upper arm convert 719.42 to [icd9data.com]

Raynaud Syndrome

This comes after a woman spoke about about a skin condition called hidradenitis suppurativa which causes recurrent, painful abscesses and nodules under the arms and groin. [express.co.uk]

He was able to move all the extremities without any pain. [ped-rheum.biomedcentral.com]

Pain is unrelenting. [emedicinehealth.com]

Osteoarthritis

[…] and stiffness in the neck or low back Pain that radiates into the shoulder or down the arm Weakness or numbness in one or both arms Pain or morning stiffness that lasts for [aans.org]

The patient reported pain and functional improvement as assessed by the Disability of Arm, Shoulder and Hand Score and Numeric Pain Rating Scale. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Pressure on the upper part of the spinal cord may produce pain or numbness in the shoulders and arms. [aans.org]

Raynaud Disease

Author information 1 Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Gülhane Military Medical Academy, Turkish Armed Forces Rehabilitation Center, Ankara, Turkey. serdarkb [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Resolution of chronic pain and fingertip ulceration due to hand-arm vibration syndrome following combination pharmacotherapy. Arch Dermatol. 2007;143:1343-1344. 51. [uspharmacist.com]

He was able to move all the extremities without any pain. [ped-rheum.biomedcentral.com]

Polyneuropathy

Symptoms include tingling or numbness (beginning in the toes and fingers); weakness of the arms and legs; aching pain in the muscles; loss of deep tendon reflexes; fatigue [foundationforpn.org]

Symptoms include tingling, numbness or altered feeling which often begins in the feet and hands, weakness of the arms and legs, fatigue and aching pain in the muscles. [brainfoundation.org.au]

Cramping pain occurred sporadically in my arms and legs, especially after any effort. [bruno-groening.org]

Angina Pectoris

Previous or current symptoms described as chest pain or pressure, jaw pain, arm pain, or other equivalent discomfort suggestive of cardiac ischemia. [icd9data.com]

NIH: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Definition (NCI) Previous or current symptoms described as chest pain or pressure, jaw pain, arm pain, or other equivalent discomfort [fpnotebook.com]

Chest pain caused by coronary heart disease Previous or current symptoms described as chest pain or pressure, jaw pain, arm pain, or other equivalent discomfort suggestive [icd9data.com]

Frozen Shoulder

Achy, diffuse pain. This pain is felt over the shoulder and occasionally on the upper arm. Pain begins gradually, and intensifies with shoulder movement. [sports-health.com]

Symptoms of Frozen Shoulder Dull achy pain in one shoulder Pain in shoulder muscles around the top of your arm Upper arm pain Intensity of pain increases at night Stages of [healthproductsforyou.com]

If you sleep on the pain-free side, put the pillow in front of you so that the painful arm can rest on it (pretend you’re hugging the pillow). [acutakehealth.com]

Bursitis

In addition to shoulder blade pain, this can cause tingling in the arm and hand. [livehealthy.chron.com]

Pain made worse when using your arm above your head. Painful arc of movement – shoulder pain felt between 60 - 90 of the arm moving up and outwards. [physioworks.com.au]

Pain may also be felt when you press in at the inside front of the upper arm. [sportsinjuryclinic.net]

Heart Failure

These include pain in the jaw, neck or back; pain in the arms or shoulder; chest pain; lightheadedness or weakness; and shortness of breath, Phillips said. [livescience.com]

You might have some pain or swelling at the site of the shot (on the arm), but this will go away after a few days. Read more about flu and pneumonia. [heart.org]

The typical pain of angina is in the chest but it can often radiate to the left arm, shoulder or jaw. [world-heart-federation.org]

Myocardial Infarction

Nausea Vomiting General epigastric (upper middle abdomen) discomfort Sweating Heartburn and/or indigestion Arm pain (more commonly the left arm, but may be either arm) Upper [medicinenet.com]

[…] observation units, or coronary care units; age and sex; index test: pain radiating to left arm and/or shoulder; to right arm and/or shoulder; to both arms and/or shoulders [bjgp.org]

The pain is described as substernal pressure, squeezing, aching, burning, or even sharp pain. Radiation to the left arm or neck is common. [patient.info]

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

METHOD: A total of 198 cashiers, belonging to a cohort investigated in 2011-2012 for arm pain, were screened for re-assessment in 2015 (at least 40 months from the first examination [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Carpal tunnel syndrome can cause tingling, numbness, weakness, or pain in the fingers or hand. Some people may have pain in their arm between their hand and their elbow. [healthlinkbc.ca]

Things that help cause carpal tunnel syndrome include: Conditions or illnesses that can cause or contribute to arm pain or swelling in the joints and soft tissues in the arm [healthlinkbc.ca]

Acute Myocardial Infarction

[…] accompanied by tightness, discomfort, & SOB; cardiac pain often radiates to the arm & neck, and less commonly to the jaw; the pain of AMI generally is. not relieved with [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]

The pain is described as substernal pressure, squeezing, aching, burning, or even sharp pain. Radiation to the left arm or neck is common. [patient.info]

Differential diagnosis of acute myocardial infarction Arm pain Myocardial ischemia, cervical/thoracic vertebral pain, thoracic outlet syndrome Epigastric pain Myocardial ischemia [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]

Humerus Fracture

Humerus fracture symptoms Symptoms of a humerus fracture include instant pain in the arm at the time of injury. [sportsinjuryclinic.net]

A female in her ninth decade presented to our MEDCEN emergency department complaining of onset of severe right arm pain while performing activities of daily living. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Possible symptoms of a humerus fracture or upper arm fracture include: Arm pain Arm bruising Arm deformity Arm numbness Arm swelling Arm weakness Elbow pain Shoulder pain. [ebtrialattorneys.com]

De Quervain Tenosynovitis

[…] may radiate up the arm Pain may occur gradually or suddenly Pain tends to increase with thumb movement Difficulty or inability to grip objects Impaired thumb function affecting [kidbones.net]

[…] the following: Pain and tenderness to the thumb base and wrist area near the thumb Swelling to the wrist area near the thumb Fluid filled cyst may occur at the thumb base Pain [kidbones.net]

Cervical Osteoarthritis

Phlegm damp blockage in meridians-- clear Yang fails-- dizziness and vertigo sx: neck pain, arm pain, tingling fingers, weak-fist clenching, tender spots; weak and numb limbs [quizlet.com]

Other common symptoms include shoulder and arm pain, tingling in your arms, hands or feet, poor coordination or difficulty walking, poor reflexes and decreased bladder control [health.howstuffworks.com]

A stiff neck coupled with numbness in your hands, arms and legs may be an indication of worsening cervical osteoarthritis. [health.howstuffworks.com]

Fibromyalgia

Reflexology affected the symptom of pain in multiple areas such as head, neck and arms. Pain started to isolate and decrease. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

In the healthy subjects, the thigh pain was clearly inhibited by the arm pain, while this was not the case with the osteoarthritis patients. [ki.se]

hips, arms, and legs edit English fibromyalgia chronic disorder of unknown etiology characterized by pain, stiffness, and tenderness in the muscles of neck, shoulders, back [wikidata.org]

Shoulder Impingement Syndrome

Other symptoms of shoulder impingement syndrome include: Shoulder and arm weakness Worse pain at night Minor and constant pain in the arm Pain from the front of the shoulder [bonsecours.com]

You may have pain and stiffness when you lift your arm. There may also be pain when the arm is lowered from an elevated position. Beginning symptoms may be mild. [orthopaedics.com.sg]

Shoulder impingement syndrome symptoms The primary symptom of shoulder impingement syndrome is a sudden pain in the shoulder when you lift your arms above your head. [bonsecours.com]

Cervical Radiculitis

The pain may be in the neck or arms(s), or both. If the pain radiates into the arms(s), it is called radiculopathy. [uscspine.com]

Overview Cervical radiculopathy is the term used to describe radiating nerve pain that begins in the neck region and runs down the shoulder, arm, forearm, and into the hand [uscspine.com]

(OBQ07.148) A 33-year-old male presents with neck and left arm pain. He denies symptoms in his right arm. [orthobullets.com]

Rotator Cuff Tear

You may have pain in the shoulder when you lift your arm, or pain that moves down your arm. [orthoinfo.aaos.org]

Pain If you have a torn rotator cuff, you will experience pain over the outside of the shoulder and upper arm. [scoi.com]

There may be a snapping sensation and immediate weakness in your upper arm. Tears that develop slowly due to overuse also cause pain and arm weakness. [orthoinfo.aaos.org]

Cervical Spondylosis

arm pain, quality of life, surgery for adjacent level degeneration (ALD), reoperation and dysphonia/dysphagia. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Most people with radiating arm pain and cervical radiculopathy will actually get better themselves eventually. [hse.ie]

ACDA is associated with a statistically but not clinically significant improvement in Arm pain VAS and SF-36 physical component summary. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

[…] the arms, back, neck, or stomach, Baechler says. [everydayhealth.com]

[…] or aches Pain or aches in joints without swelling or redness Headaches of a new type, pattern, or strength Tender lymph nodes in the neck or under the arm Sore throat that [womenshealth.gov]

Women are more likely than men to have atypical symptoms of a heart attack: shortness of breath, dizziness, nausea and vomiting, extreme fatigue, a cold sweat, or pain in [everydayhealth.com]

Thrombophlebitis

It would cause moderate pain and redness. Thrombophlebitis often affects the veins in arms and legs causing inflammation and pain. [diseasespictures.com]

Sudden flexion and withdrawal movement in the wrist or arm have been reported following rocuronium use in many papers. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

In some cases, other pain medicines may be prescribed. Keep the affected limb (arm or leg) raised above heart level as directed. [fairview.org]

Joint Subluxation

What are the common AC joint disorder symptoms You’ll probably be feeling extreme pain across your whole shoulder, and whenever you try to lift anything or raise your arm [wimbledonclinics.co.uk]

In the case whereby the first rib is subluxated or subluxated first rib, symptoms may include neck pain, shoulder pain, arm pain and numbness, headaches, and chest pain. [dislocatedrib.org]

[…] the pain will get worse. [wimbledonclinics.co.uk]

Subclavian Steal Syndrome

A 57-year-old left-handed man smoker with hypertension and coronary artery disease presented to the clinic with complaints of left arm pain. [accesssurgery.mhmedical.com]

History: 60 year old female with arm pain. [radiologypics.com]

When the person uses their arm for repetitive actions like brushing one's hair for example, the arm gets tired and becomes painful. [vasculardoc.com]

Unstable Angina

You may also feel pain in other parts of your body, such as: shoulders neck back arms The pain is due to inadequate blood supply to your heart muscle, which deprives your [healthline.com]

Ischemic pain can manifest as heaviness, tightness, aching, fullness, or burning of the chest, epigastrium, or arm or forearm (usually the left). [emedicine.medscape.com]

You may have pain in the middle of your chest The pain may spread to your back, jaw, or left arm Less often, the pain spreads to the right arm The pain may occur in one or [msdmanuals.com]

Shoulder Dislocation

This can lead to a loss of sensation and muscle strength in the affected arm. Pain relieving medication prescribed by a doctor can help to relieve the shoulder pain. [physioroom.com]

A 6-year-old girl fell from a ladder and landed on her dominant right arm with pain in the right shoulder and unable to perform movements; her shoulder did not allow for passive [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Dislocated Shoulder Signs & Symptoms The most obvious symptom is shoulder pain. [physioroom.com]

Somatoform Disorder

A patient has difficulty in locating the pain and often describe the pain in emotional ways rather than sensory (i.e., the pain in my arm is an angry throbbing), and does [psychologycampus.com]

Patients experience symptoms severe enough to often be mistaken for other physical disorders; for example, severe pain, or even paralysis. [study.com]

[…] not specify changes in the pain (i.e., a decrease or increase). i) Conversion Disorder: With conversion disorder, an actual physical disability exists without medical basis [psychologycampus.com]

Cervical Herniated Disc

pain to radiate along the nerve pathway down the arm. [spine-health.com]

Neck pain Arm pain, tingling or numbness that radiates down the arm and possibly into the hand Muscle weakness Diagnosis Diagnosing a herniated nucleus pulposus begins with [ansdocs.com]

The arm pain is usually most severe as the nerve first becomes pinched. [spine-health.com]

Ulnar Nerve Entrapment

Other common tennis elbow symptoms can include arm stiffness and difficulty in extending and straightening your arm(especially in the morning), arm pain performing simple [tenniselbowtips.com]

Abstract Ulnar nerve entrapment at the elbow is a common cause of arm and hand pain, paresthesias, and weakness. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Therefore neuropathy may also present as numbness, pain and tingling sensations. [healthhype.com]