Question 1

does having twitching muscles in my back and elbow mean they are injured?

Accepted Answer

No: Muscle twitching is very common. It has to do with nerve irritation and doesn't mean the muscles are damaged. Usually, twitching is temporary and resolves on its own.

Question 2

inv. muscle twitching arond elbow. coming off anxiety meds. normal? when to worry? also losing weight by exerc. losing muscle? doesn't hurt but uncomf

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Not uncommon : May time coming off of meds like what you are on can cause atypical  muscle irritation but  so can exercise so maintain the exercise and if the symptoms don't  resolve  after a couple of weeks  then have it evaluated

Question 3

why do both my knees ache& have muscle spasms/twitching round my shins&lower quads.i havent exercised just woke up a week ago with it. its constant all day it wont go away with anti inflams/paracetamol. bloods all normal. sometimes its at elbows to?

Accepted Answer

: If you're not experiencing symptoms resulting from exercises or overuse and symptoms are occurring repetedively for a week and blood tests show no abnormalities in serum calcium,magnesium and electrolytes, I recommend consulting a neurologist for evaluation.  Also consider any use of toxic substances as a cause.

Question 4

having painful muscle spasm and twitching in left arm at and below the elbow down into the wrist.

Accepted Answer

Could be...: Spasms with twitching do tend to suggest some injury or irritation of the nerves to the forearm.  If you have any numbness, tingling or other change in sensation and weakness, that clarifies that nerve dysfunction involved.  Would suggest you be evaluated if this is persisting as a good history and exam should sort this out for you.

Question 5

im 32yrs old and ive been having persistent muscle twitching in my left arm in the crease of my elbow and side of bicep for 3 weeks, also i have tingling/numbness in my arm as if i hit my funny bone could this be als? thanks in advance?

Accepted Answer

: If you have exercised, local nerve inflammation may have occurred. Rest the arm, watch for swelling, redness and localized pain. Please follow up, if not improving.

Question 6

i have had trouble with my muscles twitching in my eyes, elbows, fingers and knees. i get spasms in my calf muscles, toes and hips. should i worry?

Accepted Answer

Twitching Muscles: With both upper and lower extremity muscle spasms, you are either training for your sports way too much, or should seek a neurologist to evaluate your nervous system. Dr Rich Blake
Try hydrating very well for a week to see what happens. Modify your workouts (cut in half).

Question 7

ive been having joint pain/ weakness at least perceived weakness in ankles,wrists,elbows and achy legs. i have to kinda of limp when i walk and i do have muscle twitches all over body and had the twitching for awhile the sore joints is new. als?

Accepted Answer

: It is important to determine if your perceived weakness of muscles is caused by joint pain and/ or stiffness. If this is the case I recommend consulting a rheumatologist for evaluation &amp; appropriate testing. ,But if you have true primary muscle weakness, especially with associated diffuse muscle twitching, I prefer that you consult a neurologist for a workup.  Fine fibrillations are seen  in ALS

Question 8

constant daily twitch on the inside of my elbow, muscle twitch, causes please?

Accepted Answer

: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see a doctor. Wish you good health!

Question 9

what can cause pain in my elbow feels like when u hit funny bone- but been there for a few days- makes my upper arm twitch, muscle knots in back too?

Accepted Answer

Nerve symptoms: Several conditions that effect peripheral nerve function (entrapment at the elbow (cubital tunnel syndrome) or cervical radiculopathy - more likely the latter if you also have twitching in forearm more than hand and knots in the back.  Sometimes anatomical entrapment at the thoracic outlet (where nerves and vessels leave the chest/neck to the arm can cause those symptoms too).

Question 10

persistant twitch left arm for 11 days. no muscle weakness and no pain.  worse during daytime and better at nights.  between elbow and wrist.

Accepted Answer

Probably nothing bad: That doesn't sound like it is likely anything too serious but should probably be checked out anyway. There are some relatively rare neurological conditions that can result in muscle twitching without other initial symptoms.

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Does having twitching muscles in my back and elbow mean they are injured?

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Inv. muscle twitching arond elbow. coming off anxiety meds. normal? when to worry? also losing weight by exerc. losing muscle? doesn't hurt but uncomf

A member asked:

Why do both my knees ache& have muscle spasms/twitching round my shins&lower quads.i havent exercised just woke up a week ago with it. its constant all day it wont go away with anti inflams/paracetamol. bloods all normal. sometimes its at elbows to?

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Having painful muscle spasm and twitching in left arm at and below the elbow down into the wrist.

A member asked:

Im 32yrs old and ive been having persistent muscle twitching in my left arm in the crease of my elbow and side of bicep for 3 weeks, also i have tingling/numbness in my arm as if i hit my funny bone could this be als? thanks in advance?

A member asked:

I have had trouble with my muscles twitching in my eyes, elbows, fingers and knees. i get spasms in my calf muscles, toes and hips. should i worry?

A member asked:

Ive been having joint pain/ weakness at least perceived weakness in ankles,wrists,elbows and achy legs. i have to kinda of limp when i walk and i do have muscle twitches all over body and had the twitching for awhile the sore joints is new. als?

A member asked:

Constant daily twitch on the inside of my elbow, muscle twitch, causes please?

A member asked:

What can cause pain in my elbow feels like when u hit funny bone- but been there for a few days- makes my upper arm twitch, muscle knots in back too?

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Persistant twitch left arm for 11 days. no muscle weakness and no pain. worse during daytime and better at nights. between elbow and wrist.

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