Question 1

what could it be if there is sharp shoulder pain which causes finger numbness?

Accepted Answer

Various: Carpal tunnel at wrist can cause pain referred to shoulder.  Pinched nerve in neck could result in shoulder pain, associated with tingling and numbness in fingers.  Brachial plexus problems may do the same.  If worse with arm up, perhaps thoracic outlet, better up , maybe cervical.

Question 2

what causes shoulder pain and finger numbness? the pain is really bad and my arm is almost immobile.

Accepted Answer

Arm pain: The most likely cause of pain and numbness in an arm and shoulder is from a nerve. This could include a nerve from your neck (radiculopathy) or from the upper trunk of the brachial plexus (brachial neuritis).

Question 3

i've had a headache, lower neck, &shoulder pain for over a week, i get a low fever of 99 sometimes. i've woke up at night with numb fingers,i work out a lot,  nerve problem or strain? or emergency?

Accepted Answer

Any one: You clinical picture could be due to cervical muscle spasms with cervical ridiculous for the radiation to the finger.I don't think us an emergency but you should go to see a Doctor if no improving with the Tylenol (acetaminophen) .

Question 4

i am feeling very anxious and scared. my fingers are becoming numb & shoulder pain right hand both. what can it be?

Accepted Answer

Hyperventilation: syndrome. Absolute can be related to stress/anxiety. Additionally, you should have a medical exam and thyroid function studies.

Question 5

is it normal to have shoulder dislocation followed by finger numbness?

Accepted Answer

Can be: You can damage your brachial plexus with certain dislocations. I would recommend seeing a physician to check on both vascular and nerve issues to make sure there is not lasting damage or necessary interventions. Consider seeing a physiatrist for this type of injury as they will be able to do an EMG if necessary.

Question 6

why does my pinky fingers feel numb every time i shrug? i have small shoulder pain in the front side of my chest. right side.

Accepted Answer

Pinched: It sounds like when you shrug your shoulder there is a pinched nerve somewhere along the path-Nothing to do unless progresses and gets worse.

Question 7

what to do if i have sore finger joints and shoulder pain what is this?

Accepted Answer

Hard to say.: The two may be related, or may not. See a non surgical sports medicine specialist that can zero in on the source.

Question 8

excruciating pain between shoulder blade and spine with severe pain radiating into left elbow along with three completely numb fingers. please help?

Accepted Answer

Varies: There are multiple potential causes, and it may also be more than one condition.  A pinched nerve in the spine can potentially cause those symptoms.  I would not hesitate to be seen and an exam and appropriate studies can usually determine the cause.

Question 9

i had extreme neck and shoulder pain on my left side on friday, then my pinky finger started going numb, like pins and needles, by now its 2 fingers ?

Accepted Answer

Stop typing and...: ...see a neurologist. The two most likely (but not the only) diagnoses that come to mind are a herniated disc, possibly C7-T1, or a brachial plexitis, which is assumed to be a viral polyneuritis in the shoulder region. In the long term, it’s benign. But your post is only the beginning of the diagnostic process, not the end. You require medical attention, sooner rather than later. Go.

Question 10

left shoulder and arm pain with hand and finger numbness can't raise arm above shoulder?

Accepted Answer

Rotator cuff: If you can't move the arm above the shoulder you probably have a rotator cuff syndrome and if you have numbness and tingling you have nerve compression- these two may or may not be related. You should see your pcp or orthopedics.

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What could it be if there is sharp shoulder pain which causes finger numbness?

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What causes shoulder pain and finger numbness? the pain is really bad and my arm is almost immobile.

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I've had a headache, lower neck, &shoulder pain for over a week, i get a low fever of 99 sometimes. i've woke up at night with numb fingers,i work out a lot, nerve problem or strain? or emergency?

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I am feeling very anxious and scared. my fingers are becoming numb & shoulder pain right hand both. what can it be?

A member asked:

Is it normal to have shoulder dislocation followed by finger numbness?

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Why does my pinky fingers feel numb every time i shrug? i have small shoulder pain in the front side of my chest. right side.

A member asked:

What to do if i have sore finger joints and shoulder pain what is this?

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Excruciating pain between shoulder blade and spine with severe pain radiating into left elbow along with three completely numb fingers. please help?

A member asked:

I had extreme neck and shoulder pain on my left side on friday, then my pinky finger started going numb, like pins and needles, by now its 2 fingers ?

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Left shoulder and arm pain with hand and finger numbness can't raise arm above shoulder?

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