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I keep feeling something in my upper arm pop every time i forcefully extend my elbow. what could be causing this. the pain is closer to the shoulder?

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Dr. Scott J. Wolfson answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Dislocation possible: I would follow with an orthopedist to examine your arm. If the pop is closer to the shoulder you may have a dislocation, labrum tear, instability or rotator cuff injury.

Answered 3/28/2014

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A member asked:

I keep feeling something in my upper arm pop every time i forcefully extend my elbow. what could be causing this. the pain is closer to the shoulder?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Scott J. Wolfson answered

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