Question 1

2 months ago felt pop/pain in elbow. pain persists (flexion/supination). believe distal biceps tendon to be partial torn. hook test presents pain, no full rupture, tendon feels thinner compared to left arm. surgical/nonsurgical options at this point?

Accepted Answer

: You should see an orthopedist for this persistent problem, surgical repair may be necessary.

Question 2

left arm elbow pain hand goes numb at times?

Accepted Answer

Cubital tunnel: If arm pain is inside part of elbow and numbness is in ring and little fingers you could have irritation of ulnar nerve at elbow. Other causes could be tendinitis of elbow for pain and possible carpal tunnel of hand for numbness. Seeing a doctor could help pinpoint diagnosis.

Question 3

elbow pain when leaning on it and bending my elbow and my arm and hand feel numb, i also have hypermobility?

Accepted Answer

Tendon vs nerve: You could have a combination of epicondylitis versus cubital tunnel or combo.  If small finger going numb it indicates ulnar nerve.  If thumb thru ring finger going numb could be carpal tunnel and unassociated with elbow.  If symptoms continue based on age would advise checking thyroid panel or fasting blood glucose for other sources of neural irritation.

Question 4

i woke up with elbow pain on my non dominant arm. it feels bruised but there is no mark. seems to hurt more when straight, esp if i'm leaning on hand.?

Accepted Answer

Be seen: There are many possible problems, from arthritis to a ligament strain or other inflammatory problem.  If nsaids like advil or Aleve (naproxen) are not helping, see your physician.

Question 5

arm, hand & elbow pain & skin burning forearm. x ray neg. how was dx of rsd made without testing for ulnar nerve impingement?

Accepted Answer

RSD: RSD is now called chronic regional pain syndrome.  It is a clinical diagnosis but sometimes we use a bone scan that can help detect changes and then affected extremity.  I recommend to my patients the use of topical pain creams such as diclofenac and others.  I would also recommend evaluation by a rheumatologist.

Question 6

month old lower forearm and elbow pain when bent , burning, crepitus when straightened and pain resting. pinky numbness when bent. diagnosed with golfers elbow. strap caused nerve pain down arm and hand. is there nerve involvement? naproxen sucks

Accepted Answer

Golfer's elbow is: tendinitis of the muscles that attach to the medial side of the humerus at the elbow.  The ulnar nerve passes just behind, so if you are having numbness of the pinky finger, you are having symptoms of compression of that nerve. Nerve pain going down the arm can be from the tendinitis itself but also that the strap may be too tight.  Resting the activity that caused the injury is important.

Question 7

i am experiencing sore arm, wrist pain, wrist weakness, numbness or tingling, finger tingling, hand weakness, and elbow pain. i am unable to turn my left wrist to a flat position, it is stuck in a half turn due to pain and restricted movement ?

Accepted Answer

? Nerve entrapment : Or bloid vessels problem. You need to go to hospital or ER asap, to deal with your condition which necessitates immediate medical attebtion, good luck

Question 8

i am experiencing  neck pain, arm pain, arm weakness, hip pain, leg pain, muscle weakness (side: one side) , wrist pain, hand pain, elbow pain and popping or snapping sound from shoulder joint. the following also describe me: hand weakness, loss of streng

Accepted Answer

Medical evaluation: You have many complaints that can suggest many problems and beyond the scope of this space. Muscle weakness can come from inflammatory muscle disease and lab testing and a full neurologic exam. Arthritic conditions such as rheumatoid can cause joint pain but also muscle pain. Problems in the spine such as disc narrowing can cause some of these issues. Again you need a full workup by a provider

Question 9

what could hand numbness and elbow pain be symptoms of?

Accepted Answer

Cubital tunnel: Pinched nerve at elbow causes small finger and ring finger to go numb.

Question 10

i have bad elbow pain on my right hand. i can't contract. what can be the cause ? other docs say the jelly like object in my elbow moved and it will take time to heal. what are your thoughts on this?

Accepted Answer

If you have been: evaluated by a health care professional and they have told you that you have a bursitis issue in the elbow then that is most likely what you have. Without being able to examine you it is difficult to suggest another diagnosis. Your doctor is most likely correct in his assessment.

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2 months ago felt pop/pain in elbow. pain persists (flexion/supination). believe distal biceps tendon to be partial torn. hook test presents pain, no full rupture, tendon feels thinner compared to left arm. surgical/nonsurgical options at this point?

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Left arm elbow pain hand goes numb at times?

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Elbow pain when leaning on it and bending my elbow and my arm and hand feel numb, i also have hypermobility?

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I woke up with elbow pain on my non dominant arm. it feels bruised but there is no mark. seems to hurt more when straight, esp if i'm leaning on hand.?

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Arm, hand & elbow pain & skin burning forearm. x ray neg. how was dx of rsd made without testing for ulnar nerve impingement?

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Month old lower forearm and elbow pain when bent , burning, crepitus when straightened and pain resting. pinky numbness when bent. diagnosed with golfers elbow. strap caused nerve pain down arm and hand. is there nerve involvement? naproxen sucks

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I am experiencing sore arm, wrist pain, wrist weakness, numbness or tingling, finger tingling, hand weakness, and elbow pain. i am unable to turn my left wrist to a flat position, it is stuck in a half turn due to pain and restricted movement ?

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I am experiencing neck pain, arm pain, arm weakness, hip pain, leg pain, muscle weakness (side: one side) , wrist pain, hand pain, elbow pain and popping or snapping sound from shoulder joint. the following also describe me: hand weakness, loss of streng

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What could hand numbness and elbow pain be symptoms of?

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I have bad elbow pain on my right hand. i can't contract. what can be the cause ? other docs say the jelly like object in my elbow moved and it will take time to heal. what are your thoughts on this?

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