A member asked:

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

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Dr. Jimmy Bowen answered

Specializes in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

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).

Answered 4/6/2016

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Dr. Jeffrey Wint answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

Shoulder instability: Due to a variety of causes, previous trauma, muscle weakness or injury. Loose ligaments are some causes. An unstable shoulder can give a feeling of apprehension when in certain positions and make the arm feel " dead". There are other explanations too. See an orthopedic surgeon . It's not normal for a 22 year old to feel this.

Answered 12/7/2016

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