Question 1

after playing basketball my arm hurts and i can t move it if i were to move it would it break?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: But what's going on?
Some pain after sports is not that unusual
but, why can't you move it
is it neurological, instability or inflammation
i think you need an exam to evaluate your problem.

Question 2

after playing basketball my upper arm hurts?

Accepted Answer

Have ortho exam...: You could have a simple muscle strain, or this could be pain coming from your shoulder. Many times a rotator cuff injury can cause pain radiating into the upper arm. If the pain persist, or symptoms increase please consult with an orthopedic to help you figure out exactly what is going on and your best plan of care for this pain. 

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Question 3

after playing basketball my upper arm hurts when i am cooling down?

Accepted Answer

Probable overuse: The musculo-skeletal symptoms are likely due to overuse and you may wish to pace yourself.

Question 4

after playing basketball, my arm hurts from my fingertips up to my elbow. does this sound serious?

Accepted Answer

Ulnar nerve pain?: It sounds like you might have some inflammation of your ulnar nerve. This is the thick cord in your elbow that you hit and call your "funny bone." irritating this can cause the sort of pain pattern you are describing. It might be worth getting checked out with your doc if ice, rest and nsaids doesn't calm it down.

Question 5

my arm was pulled back playing basketball and my shoulder still hurts after two months. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Get examination: You should see your pcp, orthopedist or sports medicine physician.  You could have damage such as a rotator cuff tear.  The length of  time of the pain makes one deserve an exam, testing and diagnosis.

Question 6

i was playing basketball today and my thumb went back toward my arm! and now my palm near my thumb hurts a lot. injury?

Accepted Answer

Many possibilities: There could be a tendon injury, muscle tear, avulsion or fracture. 
May want to try icing it and nsaids, if no better within a day or 2 please see a doc.

Question 7

what to do if i have chest pain or anything my left arm is pretty weak .. cuz i'm right handed i play basketball once a week and i do have chest pain light ones?

Accepted Answer

Chest pain: this question, and the issues it might be are very complicated.  you should see your doctor for evaluation.  if this is an acute issue you might want to go to the emergency room at the hospital.

Question 8

every time play basketball, or any other sport that involves me sweating allot i get this clear little little water bubbles on my arms, chest.

Accepted Answer

Probably: This is probably miliaria. Clogged sweat glands. Please see your dermatologist for evaluation and to discuss treatment options.

Question 9

twitching arches of foot, quad.. floaters in eyes \u0026#40;just noticed\u0026#41; tingling, anxiety? light cramps in forearm.. doctor google has me freaked out? i play basketball and no change help!

Accepted Answer

Twitching: Twitching usually indicates muscles that are overworked , but you have more than that going on .  See your family doc or team physician if you are in college .  Sooner , not later.

Question 10

shoulder/arm pain after playing badminton. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

No, it cannot be ---: normal. Could be reasonable if you played after a long time, and not having done any warm up exercises.
Suggest: do regular stretching exercises for your shoulder muscles, about 3 times a day &amp; take some Advil or aleve (naproxen). A hot pack alternating with an Ice pack for 15 minutes each, about twice a day, would be helpful.
If no improvement after 7-10 days, then see your PCP/Orthopod.
Good Luck.

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After playing basketball my arm hurts and i can t move it if i were to move it would it break?

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After playing basketball my upper arm hurts?

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After playing basketball my upper arm hurts when i am cooling down?

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After playing basketball, my arm hurts from my fingertips up to my elbow. does this sound serious?

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My arm was pulled back playing basketball and my shoulder still hurts after two months. what should i do?

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I was playing basketball today and my thumb went back toward my arm! and now my palm near my thumb hurts a lot. injury?

A member asked:

What to do if i have chest pain or anything my left arm is pretty weak .. cuz i'm right handed i play basketball once a week and i do have chest pain light ones?

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Every time play basketball, or any other sport that involves me sweating allot i get this clear little little water bubbles on my arms, chest.

A member asked:

Twitching arches of foot, quad.. floaters in eyes \u0026#40;just noticed\u0026#41; tingling, anxiety? light cramps in forearm.. doctor google has me freaked out? i play basketball and no change help!

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Shoulder/arm pain after playing badminton. is this normal?

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